Early Childhood Educator Diploma - Part Time
Job No:
SSC1658
Location:
Sutherland Shire
Sutherland Shire Council is seeking enthusiastic and qualified Diploma Educators to join our Early Education & Child Protection team. We currently have part-time opportunities primarily available on Thursdays and Fridays, with both temporary and permanent vacancies across our services.
In this hands-on role, you will support children from birth to six years by delivering high-quality, play-based education and care in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework. You will work collaboratively with a passionate team to create safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments that support each child’s wellbeing, learning and development.
About the Role
- Deliver and contribute to high-quality, play-based educational programs for children aged 0–6
- Maintain a safe, clean and nurturing learning environment
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Support daily routines including meals, rest, hygiene and transitions
- Act as the Responsible Person when required
- Contribute to continuous improvement and centre operations
What You’ll Bring
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Current First Aid qualification (HLTAID012)
- NSW Working with Children Check
- Current Child Protection Training
- Sound knowledge of the NQF, including EYLF, NQS and relevant legislation
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, professional approach
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: 28th January 2026.
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated on Friday 6th February 2026.
- Package: $80,252 gross p.a. (or $40.62 gross per hour) plus 12% superannuation. The Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Worker Retention Allowance will be applied to these roles in addition with Federal Government guidelines.
- Hours of work: Part-time roles with a strong focus on Thursday and Friday shifts, temporary and permanent opportunities available. Applicants must be available to work a range of shifts between the hours of 6:00am - 7:00pm to support the operational requirements of the centres.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Jessica Chappell, Business Administration Supervisor, jchappell@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Click on the link to check out the Position Description
Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.