About the role - This is a Maximum Term - 12 Month Contract
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality early education and care within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
The successful applicant will:
* Demonstrate a strong understanding of child safety principles and practices
* Promote the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children
* Always maintain professional boundaries and ethical behaviour
* Actively contribute to a culture of child safety within the service
This position will be based at our Children's Services (Scallywags Long Day Care and Preschool) facility located in William Street. The centre provides a high level of education and care and as the Early Childhood Educator you will contribute to making the service a point of difference from other child care providers.
The position will work alongside a team of professionals responsible for room management, child health and safety, education and planning and enriching children's lives through play-based learning.
Key Requirements
* Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or working to the qualification.
* A working knowledge of Early Years Learning Framework and ability to develop and implement a high-quality educational program.
* A working knowledge of National Quality Standards, Education and Care Regulations and National Law.
* Experience in a similar role in an Education and Care setting.
* Experienced in the provision of a quality educational program for children aged 0 to 5 years of age.
* The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment.
* Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
* Current approved First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Management training.
* Current approved Child Protection Training (CHCPRT025) and National Child Safe Training.
* Able to comply with the requirements of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013 through the provision of a Working with Children Check clearance.
This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.
Want To Know More?
Salary: $1,075.30 - $1,129.81 per week + 12 % superannuation
Position Status: Maximum Term - 12 Months - Full -Time
Hours of work: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm on a rotating roster and rostered day off every four weeks
Application closing date: Sunday, 5 July 2026, at 11.30 pm
Contact Officer: Leanne McCurry – 6333 6561
How to Apply?
Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
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