Warrumbungle Shire Council

Assistant Educator

Department: Children's Services

Reports to: Early Childhood Teacher/Children's Services Coordinator

Salary Range: $1,044 - $1,191 per 35 hour week + superannuation

Are you passionate about supporting the development of children and creating high-quality education and care programs? Do you thrive in an environment where collaboration with families and colleagues is key to fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing space for children to grow? If so, we’d love for you to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our Children’s Services team. As a valued member of our team, you will help shape the future of young learners, ensuring their physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development through engaging and developmentally appropriate activities.

In this role, you will assist in delivering educational programs that align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and contribute to the creation of enriching and inclusive learning experiences. You will be instrumental in observing and documenting children’s progress, offering valuable insights into their development, and working alongside our Children’s Services Coordinator and Early Childhood Teacher to evaluate and improve the daily program. Your attention to detail and proactive approach will help ensure that every child receives the attention and care they need to thrive in a secure, clean, and nurturing environment.

As Assistant Educator, you will build strong, positive relationships with families and ensure open communication about their child’s experiences and progress. You’ll support the inclusion of families through collaborative activities and events, helping to create a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors. In addition, you will be a key contributor to maintaining the highest standards of child well-being and safety by adhering to child protection policies and responding to children’s physical and emotional needs as they arise. You will also provide support in administering first aid when needed and actively participate in team discussions and reflective practices to continually enhance the quality of the program.

To succeed in this role, you will need an ACECQA-approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or be working towards it), along with a current Working with Children Check (WWCC), First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certifications. A commitment to ongoing professional development and a Class C driver’s license are also required. You should be an empathetic, patient, and flexible individual with strong communication and observation skills, eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment. 

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This position is located in the beautiful town of Coonabarabran, known as the Astronomy Capital of Australia, which is midway between Melbourne and Brisbane and is known for its beautiful landscape and stunning night skies. The town has medical services, excellent schools, a variety of sporting and social clubs and a thriving tourism Industry. With the nearby Warrumbungle National Park, which is also Australia’s first Dark Sky Park, there is plenty to do and explore whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation. 

Selection criteria include:

• ACECQA approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards qualification)
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management certifications
• Understanding of the EYLF and NQF
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and professional development
• Class C driver’s licence.

Benefits of working for Council

Council are committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including

• Great leave opportunities 
  • Long service leave after 5 years
  • 1 RDO every 4 weeks 
  • Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
  • Carer’s leave
  • 3 weeks sick leave per year including up to 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year
  • Purchase additional leave or cash out leave
  • Deferred leave scheme – eg work three years at 75% of your pay and have the following year off at 75% of your pay! 
• Support for training and professional development
  • Formal training opportunities
  • Access to thousands of free online training courses
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
• Hybrid work and flexible hours by agreement and subject to role requirements
• Wellness – we want you to be at your best self so you and your immediate family members have access to our employee assistance program with TELUS Health One
• Free annual flu vaccinations and bi-annual skin cancer checks available
• Generous uniform allowance

About Warrumbungle Shire Council

Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran. 

With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.

At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. Council is proud to be an equal opportunity and child safe employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government. 

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 27 April 2025.

For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 6849 2000.

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.