Cert 3, diploma or early childhood teacher - join our growing team

Employment Details

🕒 Work Hours: Full-time, part-time, and casual positions available

📅 Centre Hours: Monday – Friday, between 6:30 am – 6:00 pm

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator looking for a rewarding career in a community-focused, not-for-profit organisation? Join Cessnock Multipurpose Children’s Centre (CMCC) and be part of a team that has been shaping young lives since 1963!

We are seeking qualified educators to join our growing organisation and help us continue delivering high-quality education and care for children across the Cessnock Local Government Area. Whether you’re beginning your career or looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Who We Are

Cessnock Multipurpose Children’s Centre (CMCC) is a non-profit, community-based organisation committed to providing exceptional early childhood education and care. As a registered charity, we operate seven services, with an eighth preschool opening in mid-2025. Our services include:

✔ Two Long Day Care Centres

✔ One Preschool (with another opening soon!)

✔ Four Out of School Hours (OOSH) Services

Our educators are supported by a dedicated team, including management, educational leaders, catering, transport/logistics, and maintenance teams—ensuring that you can focus on what truly matters: nurturing and educating young children.

About the Role

As an Early Childhood Educator, you will:

🎓 Develop and implement engaging educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) & National Quality Framework (NQF).

🤝 Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues to create a warm, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

📊 Document children’s progress using an online platform to support their development.

🏫 Collaborate with a passionate team to maintain consistency and high standards across the centre.

🔹 Ensure health & safety standards are met, following procedures to maintain a safe and nurturing space for children.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking enthusiastic and qualified educators who are committed to creating positive learning experiences for children.

Essential :

✔ Certificate III, Diploma in early childhood education (or equivalent qualification)

✔ Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)

✔ First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an Education & Care Setting)

Desirable:

✔ Understanding of the EYLF & NQF

✔ Strong communication and teamwork skills

✔ Time management & organisational abilities

✔ Creativity and enthusiasm in designing educational programs

Why Choose CMCC?

We believe in supporting and valuing our educators, offering:

✅ Competitive industry pay rates

✅ 20% discount on childcare fees for employees

✅ CMCC uniform polo shirt provided

✅ Free Employee Benefits Program – access to exclusive retail discounts

✅ Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential counselling and wellbeing support

✅ Ongoing professional development & training to enhance your career

✅ Dedicated programming & planning time to focus on quality education

✅ Strong support network – including a Director, Educational Leader, Centre Managers & HR team

✅ A chance to work with a respected not-for-profit organisation that puts children first

✅ An opportunity to make a lasting impact in the local community