Early Childhood Teacher- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

We are seeking a new SUPERSTAR EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER to join our amazing team and lead our 3-5 year old Preschool room!

If you have a friendly smile, a kind heart and a strong passion for caring and educating young children, we want to hear from you! taking applications now.

We are a family-owned long daycare Centre with Preschool Program. We have been providing quality care and Education in the Lismore community for 20 years.

Our service was sadly affected by the 2022 Lismore floods. Since early 2025 we have been operating in our brand-new permanent service in Goonellabah.

Our team is passionate about providing quality care and Education and aim for the highest standards in Education and care. With a strong focus on Child Safe culture .

Come THRIVE With us and continue a career you LOVE!

Seeking Full Time or Permanent part-time Early Childhood Teacher- offering flexible hours and days to suit your work life balance.

Early Childhood Teacher Position

WHY WORK FOR US?

STEP into a culture that works & thrives together~ to create a safe & secure environment where children & Educators ~ THRIVE!

* Relocation Bonus / commencement bonus offered- *Conditions apply

* Well stocked resources and monthly resources budget

* A solid focus on child safe culture

* Extra off floor programing time

* Fun but professional work culture with supportive Director and Management team

* Above award rate

* 6 weeks annual leave for Early Childhood Teacher role

* Childcare fee staff discount available

* Flexible shifts and working arrangements- a working week of 4-5 days available/ job share opportunity





*Long term provider with 20 years experience providing quality care and education in the Lismore community

* Contract cleaner

* Professional Development opportunities

Essential requirements for position:

- Hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and care or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification

- NESA approval to teach in NSW at proficient level

- Current CPR & First Aid including Asthma & Anaphylaxis

- Valid Working with Children Check

- A clear understanding of the National Quality Standards, Regulations and Early Years Learning Framework

- Previous experience in early childhood education and care setting working with 3-5 year old children

- Passionate about working with young children and providing exceptional Education & Care

- Current Child Protection Training

Responsibilities and traits of a successful applicant include:

- Applicants should be enthusiastic about working with young children, have great communication and time management skills, be punctual, reliable and friendly.

- Provide high-quality care and Education to children with a strong focus on child safe culture

- Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with families, children and other Educators.

- Contribute to a professional and positive team culture and be a positive role model for others.

If this sounds like the position for you, please e-mail your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the position. Please attention to: Melanie Haigh (Centre Director) - ****@firststeps.net.au

Taking applications now! If you have any further queries, please call Mel on 02 6622 8***. Please note only interviewees will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE: We are not able to offer any VISA sponsorship positions.

📌 Early Childhood Teacher- Bachelor Qualified (Lismore)
🏢 Market Street CoTrading as First Steps Early Learning Centre
📍 Lismore