Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)
Position Number: 18/25
Permanent, Part time – 25 hours per week (5 hrs per day 10am – 3pm)
ECTARC Alunga Education and Care Service

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 educator with a Certificate III qualification to work as part of a passionate and capable team who are committed to enriching the futures of young children. As an Early Childhood Worker, you will support educators to implement the program for children birth to 5 years.

Essential Criteria

• Must have Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• A Working with Children Check clearance number (or be willing to obtain
• Commitment to working as a team
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation
• 12 months experience working in children’s services
• Current approved first aid qualification for early education and care – HLTAID012

What we offer

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

• Opportunity to work from home 1 day per week (following probation period)
• 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

To be considered for this position please visit https://ectarc.com.au/employment/current-vacancies/

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.

If you have any questions in regard to this position please call ECTARC on (02) 4223 1100 or email [email protected].

Closing Date: 16/3/25