Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator in Sydney

Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator

Explore & Develop Narraweena | Northern Beaches, NSW

Explore & Develop Narraweena is seeking a dedicated, experienced and professional Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our established team in 2027.

We are a privately owned and operated, Exceeding National Quality Standard rated early childhood education and care service, committed to providing high-quality educational programs, meaningful relationships and inclusive learning environments where children's safety, wellbeing and rights are paramount.

We pride ourselves on our collaborative team culture, strong educational leadership, above-ratio staffing and commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you will:

• Build respectful, responsive and meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues.

• Collaborate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of high-quality educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2.0).

• Create engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning environments that promote children's agency, inquiry, creativity and development.

• Demonstrate intentional teaching practices, critical reflection and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Contribute positively to a professional, collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Maintain high standards of supervision, health, safety and wellbeing.

• Actively uphold children's rights, professional boundaries and our service's Child Safe policies and Code of Conduct.

• Identify, respond to and promptly report concerns relating to children's safety, wellbeing or risk of harm.

Essential Criteria

• ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

• Current, cleared NSW Working with Children Check.

• Demonstrated experience in an early childhood education and care setting.

• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and Early Years Learning Framework.

• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively, demonstrate initiative and contribute to a positive team culture.

• Understanding of child protection legislation, mandatory reporting responsibilities and appropriate professional boundaries.

• Commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive practices and ongoing professional learning.

What We Offer

• An established, Exceeding-rated early learning service.

• Supportive and experienced management and educational leadership teams.

• Above-ratio staffing to support quality education and care.

• A collaborative and professional workplace culture.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, mentoring and career progression.

• A strong commitment to educator wellbeing, reflective practice and continuous improvement.

• A workplace where professional knowledge, contributions and initiative are recognised and valued.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Explore & Develop Narraweena is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation.

The safety, wellbeing and rights of every child are our paramount consideration. All employees are expected to actively uphold our Child Safe practices, maintain professional boundaries, promote children's voices and participation, and contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment.

Our recruitment process includes qualification verification, Working with Children Check verification, relevant employment screening and professional reference checks, including enquiries into applicants' suitability to work with children.

Applicants are required to demonstrate their understanding of and commitment to child safety and wellbeing as part of the selection process.

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