Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)
Position Number: 05/25
Full time, Fixed term – (Parental leave position – up to 12 months)
Closing Date: 19/1/25

About the Service:

ECTARC Alunga is a 44-place service providing early childhood education and care for children from birth to school age in Albion Park Rail.

The service practices the Circle of Security relationships model to develop partnerships with children and families based on mutual trust and respect.  They are committed to quality outcomes for children and advocate for learning through play in an environment where they feel safe, valued and included.  Educators work collaboratively to implement teaching strategies that are responsive to children’s learning, development and wellbeing

About the Role:

ECTARC Alunga is seeking an experienced educator who holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to work as part of a passionate and capable team who are committed to enriching the futures of young children. In collaboration with others you will plan and implement high-quality educational, innovative and inclusive programs, whilst also establishing relationships with families to ensure best outcomes for young children.

Essential Criteria:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• A Working with Children Check clearance number
• Current approved first aid qualification for early education and care HLTAID004
• Completed an approved child protection Statement of Attainment
• Experience working in early childhood services
• Demonstrated ability to undertake the role of Responsible Person on Duty
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation
• Demonstrated high level of ethical and professional behaviour, including collaboration and confidentiality
• A commitment to practicing ECTARC values every day
• Strong commitment to you own professional learning

What we offer: 

At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries above the award rate in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC including

• Above award wages
• 50% discount on childcare fees for staff’s children enrolled in our quality services.
• Paid parental leave – 6 weeks top up.
• Annual ECTARC leave day and 2-3 weeks end of year closure period.
• Wellness program including access to our EAP for you and your family.
• An inclusive work environment.
• EC Management team provides coaching, mentoring and support.
• Two annual planning days and opportunities to join organisational network meetings.
• Paid professional learning via ECTARC’s online learning platform and access to internal and external training and conferences.
• Support for further study and qualifications.
• Opportunities for career advancement across our early childhood education and training services.

We have a comprehensive induction process to ensure your ongoing success working at ECTARC.

Apply Now:

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and probity checks.

ECTARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background to apply for this position.

To be considered for this position all applicants are required to complete the ECTARC Application for Employment. For more information and to apply please visit:

https://ectarc.com.au/employment/current-vacancies/early-childhood-educator-6/