The Early Childhood Teacher will work closely with the Educational Leader to guide curriculum development and support the learning journey of children in their designated room. This temporary full-time position is available until 21 August 2026 at Raymond Terrace.
Benefits
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* Remuneration: Range $40.00 - $51.50 per hour + Worker Retention Allowance + Super
* Flexibility: You will be supported to balance work and personal commitments through flexibility
* Growth: Paid sector – leading training and career progression within the organization through a variety of learning and development pathways
* Facilities: State of the Art, purpose built centres powered by 100% green energy
* Additional Benefits: Employer-funded parental leave, salary packaging, corporate advantages including
* Fitness Passport (T&C's apply), EAP and flu injections
* Paid annual NESA accreditation fee
* 50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees
* $1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions)
Experience / Criteria
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to share information with parents daily
* Effective implementation of the ELYF curriculum suitable to the needs and interests of children in care
* Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and support co-workers in their professional development
* Demonstrated experience in assessing needs of children, monitoring their progress and ensuring school reading when applicable
* Excellent organisational skills and concise record management
* Demonstrated understanding of:
o National Quality Framework (NQF)
o Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
o Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting and Workplace Health and Safety issues and practices
Qualifications
* Degree in Early Childhood Teaching as recognised by the Australian Children's Education and Care Authority (mandatory), OR an approved Diploma level qualification in Children's Services as identified by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (candidates currently studying towards obtaining their teaching degree will be considered if they have a suitable amount of experience).
* NSW accredited Teacher
* Child protection qualification
* Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
* Working with Children Check verification number
St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.
St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The Diocese of Maitland‐Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero‐tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
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