Do you thrive in a room full of curious minds, where a child’s question can spark a whole investigation? We’re looking for a dedicated Early Childhood Educator/Teacher to join our longstanding team and support children through their early years.

Adopting Circle of Security and PlaySpaces, you’ll create a calm, inquiry-rich environment where children build life skills, confidence and a genuine love of learning, including weekly ‘Beyond the Gate’ wanderings to the beach and our Learn to Swim sessions at Carlile Swimming at Harbord Diggers.

PARAMOUNT CONSIDERATION – CHILDREN COME FIRST

As a Child Safe Organisation, the safety, rights and wellbeing of children are our paramount consideration – a legal obligation and, for our team, a genuine everyday commitment. We make every decision, from staffing to curriculum, through a child-first lens.

What it looks like

• Familiar, consistent Educators children know and trust

• Rooms and routines designed around children’s safety, rights & wellbeing

• Every decision – big or small – is considered through a child’s eyes

What it sounds like

• Calm, respectful conversations with children

• “What’s in this child’s best interest?” guides our team

• Educators who speak up for children, every time

What it feels like

• Children feel safe, seen and secure

• Families feel confident in who is caring for their child

• Educators feel clear, supported and proud of the work they do

You'll thrive here if you

✓ Bring passion, playfulness and professionalism to everything you do, viewing children as capable, competent and active participants in their own learning

✓ Co-construct an inquiry-based curriculum that nurtures individual strengths, interests and wonderings





✓ Maintain a safe, hygienic, supportive environment, with accurate records and sound policy and procedure

✓ Listen to and advocate for children’s ideas, choices, rights, safety and wellbeing – ensuring their voices are genuinely heard

✓ Enjoy ‘Beyond the Gate’ journeys – the beach, local landmarks and Learn to Swim sessions

✓ Understand the importance of professional boundaries and respectful relationships

✓ Work collaboratively with families to support each child’s individual identity, valuing inclusion, diversity and cultural responsiveness

✓ Embrace ongoing reflection, feedback & professional growth

Why You'll Love Working Here

✓ Worker Retention Payment

✓ Permanent, consistent, qualified team – we have never used agency staff, in 8+ years of operation

✓ Exceptional ratios – Exceeding NQS – an extra educator rostered in every room, every day

✓ Paid trial day to meet the team and see our philosophy in action

✓ Access to our Employee Wellbeing Program (AccessEAP)

✓ Free all-day onsite staff parking

✓ Discounted fees for your own children

✓ Local discounts – fitness (G-Fitness) and Harbord Diggers hospitality

✓ Annual staff conference and 200+ ECA webinars

✓ Professional learning with respected sector leaders such as KG Learning, Semann & Slattery and Secure Beginnings





✓ Genuine career growth pathways

How You'll Flourish in This Role

As the ideal candidate, you’ll hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (or higher), and be:

✓ Personable – you will be able to build warm, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

✓ Collaborative – you will be able to communicate openly and work well within a professional team

✓ Professional – you will ensure all interactions with peers, children and families are ethical and respectful

✓ Progressive – you will share in the delivery of innovative ideas and be invested in your teams growth

Child Safe Recruitment

Explore & Develop Freshwater is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of every child in our care. All successful applicants will be required to:

✓ Hold a valid NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)

✓ Hold the national, mandatory Child Safe Training Certificate (GEKKO)

✓ Complete a Prohibited Persons Declaration form

✓ Participate in our child safe recruitment process, including verified reference checks and qualification verifications

✓ Demonstrate an understanding of child protection and mandatory reporting obligations

✓ Uphold our Child Protected Code of Conduct and Child Safety & Wellbeing policies

✓ Participate in ongoing child safe training, supervision and professional development

We'd Love to Hear From You

If you’re an early childhood professional looking for a team that values relationships, continuity of care and high-quality practice, we would love to hear from you!

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