Job Description
• $33 to $39/hr (depending on experience) + super + tax benefits + School Holiday pay!
• Working 5 days per week 8am - 4pm.
• 6month maternity leave contract.
About the Opportunity
Uniting St Luke’s Preschool Belmont North is looking for an amazing Diploma trained Educator to join our team for a full time 6 month maternity leave position (with paid shutdown in the July and October school holidays) and the possibility of part time in term 1 2027.
This position will be across both our preschool rooms over the week and will involve programming for children and the room.
You must be able to demonstrate the ability to set up inviting learning environments, have strong documentation skills and a sound understanding of the learning cycle and the EYLF.
You will be coming in halfway through the year which we acknowledge can be difficult, however you will have the amazing support of your whole team. Uniting St Luke's is a Child Safe Service.
You must be able to clearly communicate how the Child Safe standards both impact and guide children's learning and sense of safety.
We are looking for someone with a passion for slow pedagogy, someone who is organised yet flexible and is confident in building relationships with children, families and community.
We would love someone that is energetic, gets excited about children's curiosity and is inspired by nature. finding learning opportunities all around them.
We are a very close knit and supportive team who are passionate about creating an environment where children, families and our team can be inspired, feel safe and thrive!
What you’ll be doing in this role
As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework!
Your care work may include:
• Contribute to the development of programs which reflect the approved learning framework.
• Developing positive and respectful relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.
• Documenting children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes
Who we’re looking for
• 2 years experience Diploma in Early Childhood Education (essential), with previous experience working at a Diploma Level in an early learning service.
• A work history that demonstrates recording observations, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Understand the National Quality Framework and EYLF
• Current Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting, CPR,
• Child Protection certificate (CHCPRT025).
• Completion of mandatory national child protection training (GECCKO).
• Strong experience supporting the learning, development, and wellbeing of children.
What we offer you
• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
• A range of shifts to suit your lifestyle
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
• Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members
Click here to find out more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting
What we offer you
• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
• Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members
What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting requires:
• A National Police Check
• Valid working with Children’s Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
About Uniting Early Learning
When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.
We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.
Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
