Early Childhood Teacher

Applications Close Date: 11:59pm 29/11/26

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you

- Commencing hourly rate: $86,675 – $100,330 + 12% superannuation + applicable Worker Retention Payment (subject to confirmation).
- Career development – access to professional development, skill mapping and opportunities to grow.
- Fitness Passport and complimentary access to Ripples Leisure Centres.
- Community impact – join NSW's largest local government childcare provider, supporting over 4,000 children each year across 53 services.
- Family-friendly working hours – enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule.
- 15 days Personal Leave each year (pro rata).
- 5 days My Leave each year
- 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave (subject to eligibility).
- A supportive team environment where your contribution makes a real difference.

Your Next Opportunity – Join Our Early Childhood Education Team!

Are you ready to bring your knowledge, passion, and creativity to a workplace where you’ll be genuinely appreciated and supported? Whether you’re looking to start a current chapter or advance your career or pick up flexible casual work, Penrith City Council offers exciting opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of children.

We are currently recruiting Early Childhood Teachers (ECTs) across the Penrith LGA, including permanent, temporary and casual opportunities. As part of our not-for-profit Child Care Services - which consistently meet or exceed national quality education standards - you will join a team committed to giving every child the best start in life.

Current Vacancies

- Rotational:
– 35 hours/week, Permanent Full-time
- St Clair:
– 35 hours/week, Temporary Full-time (until 1 April 2028)
- Emu Plains:
– 16 hours/week, Permanent Part-time
- Rotational:
– 35 hours/week, Temporary/Permanent Part-time (Monday and Tuesday temp untill 30 June 2027, Wednesday to Friday Perm)

Casual Opportunities Available





We are also seeking Casual Early Childhood Teachers to support our services across the Penrith LGA. Casual roles offer flexibility, exposure to different services, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced and supportive teams.

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

- Lead and inspire young learners in a supportive and inclusive environment
- Design and implement engaging educational programs that foster children's development
- Collaborate with a dedicated team of educators to create enriching learning experiences
- Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Ensure the highest standards of safety, well-being, and quality education for all children in your care

What are we looking for (Essential Criteria)

- Completion of a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) qualification
- NESA Accreditation
- Experience supervising and interacting with children 0-12 years old
- Working with children check (WWCC)
- Completion of GECCKO Child Safety Training Modules 1 and 2 with Certificate of completion
- Current First Aid Certificate with Asthma and Anaphylaxis and CPR (HLTAID004 / HLTA012)
- Ability to follow safeguarding priorities
- Team player, contributing and upholding organisational values
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks to get things done efficiently
- Available to work between 6.30am - 6pm

Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

At Penrith City Council, we know work is only one part of life. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported,



valued and connected while doing meaningful work that positively impacts our community.

As the largest local government childcare provider in NSW, our Children’s Services team supports more than 4,000 children annually across 53 services, including Long Day Care, Preschool, OSHC, Vacation Care and our Mobile Playvan. We also work closely with a multidisciplinary team of specialists including Speech Therapists, Behavioural Therapists and Occupational Therapists to support the diverse needs and development of children and families across our services.

You’ll be joining a passionate, collaborative and community-focused team that values growth, wellbeing and making a real difference for local children and families.

The must-know bits

This position has been identified as a Child-Related position under Child Protection laws in NSW. To be eligible to apply, you are required to provide Council with a valid Working with Children Check Number.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website.

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, in order to progress through the recruitment process.

Applicants must be either a Citizen or Permanent resident with the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Ready to make work feel less like… work?

For further information about the position, please contact Anna Taha, Talent Aquisition Specialist on 04•• ••• 516.

Closing Date: Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing your application.

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