Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Early Childhood Educator Diploma

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

Are you an experienced Early Childhood professional looking for a new challenge? We currently have an exciting and unique opportunity for three Diploma qualified Childhood Educators to join our Children’s Services Team.
Reporting to the Director Children's Centre, you will play an important role in supporting the centre to maintain a high-quality standard of education, care and provide quality learning experiences for young children.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensure compliance with the Early Education and Care National Law and Regulations, including the National Quality Standards, at all times.
• Assist in the implementation of an innovative and reflective early childhood education program that is reflective of the principles, practices and outcomes of the National Early Years Learning Framework.
• Contribute to a collaborative team through shared learning, a positive attitude, and sound communication skills
• Develop and maintain meaningful, respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, community members, management and other relevant professionals; and collaborate to provide an appropriate curriculum based on each child's strengths, needs and interests.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
• Working with Children Check.
• Capability to Identify and Respond to Children & Young People at Risk of Harm.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate that includes Asthma & Anaphylaxis training.
• Experience providing quality learning experiences and creating enriching environments for young children.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate positively and build rapport with children, families, and colleagues.
• Effective communication skills.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $69,728 per annum (Grade D, Step 1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• 40-hour working week with Monthly Day Off!
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Work with a leading Council which is Award Winning and an Employer of Choice.
• An investment in your career growth, learning and development.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.
• Earlwood Location (close to public transport).

For more information, please contact Anna Arambatzis (Director Children's Centre) on 9789 6000 or anna.arambatzis@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a

•    Resume; and
•    Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday, 14 November 2024.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.