Early Childhood Educator (Relocate to Norfolk Island)

Early Childhood Educator (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

- Enjoy life on Norfolk Island—spend a full year living and working in a unique island community
- Support a play-based, learning-rich environment for children aged 0–5
- Help create a safe, inclusive culture where children’s rights, wellbeing and agency are respected every day
- Grow your practice through collaboration, reflective teaching and continuous improvement

About Banyan Park Early Learning Centre

Banyan Park Early Learning Centre is more than an early childhood service—it’s a welcoming community hub for Norfolk Island’s youngest residents. Here, children begin their lifelong journey of learning through relationships, play and everyday discovery.

Set in a beautiful location with ocean views and lush surroundings, our center supports around 55 children each day within a purpose-designed environment. Our team of 15 educators is committed to delivering high-quality education and care, partnering closely with families and embracing continuous improvement under the National Quality Framework. We’re also in a transition to Queensland’s educational jurisdiction, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality educational outcomes.

The Role: Teach Through Play, Build Through Belonging

We’re looking for an Early Childhood Educator for a 12-month fixed term contract from January 2027. In this role, you’ll contribute to providing safe, inclusive and high-quality education and care that supports the learning, development and wellbeing of all children at Banyan Park Early Learning Center.

Working under the guidance of the Room Leader and Educational Leader, you’ll assist with planning,



implementing and evaluating educational programs based on children’s strengths, interests, culture, identity, abilities and emerging needs. You’ll also document children’s learning, support inclusive practice and contribute to reflection and quality improvement efforts.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll help bring our educational approach to life—balancing intentional learning with versatile, play-based experiences. You’ll also play an important role in keeping children safe and supported across daily routines.

- Support the delivery of a play-based educational program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Contribute to planning experiences using observation, documentation and reflection
- Support children’s agency, curiosity, creativity, problem-solving and decision-making
- Maintain active supervision and follow service policies and procedures for health, safety and wellbeing
- Help foster inclusive practices that support equity, diversity and participation
- Assist with documenting children’s learning and progress according to service expectations
- Support positive behavior guidance that upholds children’s dignity and rights
- Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming indoor and outdoor environment
- Build respectful relationships with children,



families and colleagues through professional communication
- Maintain accurate records and support incident reporting and follow-up as required

Child Safe Commitment

Banyan Park Early Learning Centre has a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm, racism, or discrimination. We believe children have the right to control over their own bodies, and we are committed to upholding a child-safe environment where children’s voices are encouraged, listened to and acted upon.

In this role, you’ll support a culture of safety through ongoing training, vigilance in supervision and a clear understanding of mandatory reporting responsibilities.

Candidate Profile

You’re passionate about early childhood education and you thrive when your work makes children feel safe, valued and capable. You collaborate well with others, communicate confidently with families and enjoy reflective practice that improves outcomes for children.

- Hold an ACECQA recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
- Have current First Aid Certificate, CPR, Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Asthma Management training
- Hold a clear Working with Children Check (or equivalent)
- Complete national child safety training certificates for Foundational and Advanced modules
- Be prepared to complete a current National Police Check for Norfolk Island applications
- Preferably have at least 2 years’ experience working in an Early Childhood setting
- Understand the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standard (NQS)

This contract is based on Norfolk Island—so you’ll have the opportunity to experience the rewa

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