Daycare on Lincoln is seeking an enthusiastic and passionateEarly Childhood Educatorto join our team in Port Macquarie, NSW.
This is afull-time positionthat offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the development and wellbeing of young children in our care.
As an Early Childhood Educator, you will play a vital role in creating nurturing, stimulating environments where children can learn, grow and thrive during their most formative years.
Your work will directly contribute to our mission of providing high-quality early childhood education and care that supports each child's individual development and learning journey.
What you'll be doing
Planning and implementing engaging, age-appropriate learning activities and educational programmes that foster cognitive, social, emotional and physical development
Creating safe, clean and stimulating classroom environments that encourage exploration, creativity and learning
Observing and assessing children's development, progress and behaviour, maintaining detailed records and communicating with parents and carers about their child's achievements and milestones
Providing attentive, active supervision and duty of care to children throughout the day, ensuring their safety, health and wellbeing at all times
Supporting children's emotional development by building positive relationships, encouraging independence and helping them develop social skills and confidence
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality care and education practices across the service
Maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, national quality standards and service policies,



including the Safeguarding of hygiene and safety protocols
Building positive relationships with families and engaging in regular, open communication to support continuity of care and learning
Contributing to the development and review of educational programmes and service procedures
What we're looking for
A recognised Early Childhood Education and Care qualification or equivalent (such as a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education)
Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain this qualification
A Working With Children Check (WWCC) or ability to obtain one prior to commencement
Demonstrated knowledge of child development theories and contemporary early childhood education practices
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Strong organisational and planning abilities with attention to detail
Patience, empathy and genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute positively to workplace culture
Flexibility and adaptability in responding to the changing needs of children and families
Understanding of and commitment to child protection,



duty of care and professional ethics
Experience working in an early childhood education setting is highly desirable
What we offer
At Daycare on Lincoln, we are committed to creating a supportive and positive workplace where our educators feel valued and can achieve professional growth.
We offer:
A collaborative team workplace where your contributions are recognised and appreciated
Ongoing professional development opportunities and support for continuing education
A commitment to work-life balance and flexible working arrangements where possible
A child-centred service that prioritises quality education and genuine care
Access to resources and support to help you deliver exceptional early childhood education
About us
Daycare on Lincoln is a dedicated early childhood education and care service in Port Macquarie that is passionate about providing high-quality, inclusive and nurturing environments for young children.
We are a Small, personable Childcare Centre with a 38 children capacity per day.We believe that every child deserves access to excellent early childhood education that respects their individuality, celebrates their potential and supports their holistic development.
Our team is committed to working collaboratively with families and creating welcoming communities where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn.
We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care, maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring that our service remains a trusted partner in children's early learning journeys.
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📌 Early Childhood Educator (Port Macquarie)
🏢 Daycare on Lincoln
📍 Port Macquarie