At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging learning experiences for children and support their development and wellbeing.
- Company: Join Young Academics, a leading provider with over 45 centres in NSW.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Prioritise child safety and wellbeing in a nurturing environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a vibrant team.
- Qualifications: ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education or working towards it.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 45 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator to join our vibrant Baulkham Hills Service.
As an Early Childhood Educator at Young Academics, you will create meaningful learning experiences that support children's learning, development, safety and wellbeing. You will deliver engaging programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and our service philosophy, while creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Child safety is at the heart of everything we do. You will maintain active supervision, embed safeguarding practices into your everyday work and collaborate with fellow educators and families to support each child's wellbeing, confidence and love of learning.
Monday to Friday between 6:30 am – 6:00 pm (rotating roster).
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging educational programs aligned with the EYLF, NQS and Young Academics' curriculum.
- Observe and document children's learning and development, creating experiences that promote wellbeing, independence and agency.
- Maintain active supervision and safe, inclusive learning environments, proactively identifying and managing risks.
- Embed child safety, safeguarding and mandatory reporting requirements into everyday practice.
- Build respectful, responsive relationships with children and support their emotional wellbeing and self-regulation.
- Develop positive partnerships with families and work collaboratively with fellow educators.
- Participate in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the service.
About You
- ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards).
- Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and relevant regulations.
- Current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
- Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.
- Strong communication, teamwork and documentation skills.
- A genuine commitment to child safety, safeguarding and inclusive practice.
At Young Academics, we prioritise children's safety and wellbeing. Our values, actions and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care. You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process. Young Academics conducts reference checks, will verify that you hold a valid WWCC for paid work, and confirms that you do not have any prohibition or statutory notices against you. Young Academics uses CCTV in our centres and works closely with the regulatory authorities to report any child safety concerns. Visit our website for more information on our Child Safe Practices.
Early Childhood Educator – Baulkham Hills in Sydney employer: Young-Academics
At Young Academics, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. As an Assistant Centre Manager, you will have the opportunity to grow your leadership skills while contributing to a child-safe culture and high-quality education. Our commitment to professional development, strong community relationships, and a focus on child safety makes us a rewarding place to work.
