Early Childhood Educator

(Known within Council as Children’s Services Officer – Assistant )
Upper Hunter Early Learning Centre - Scone

The role:

Council is currently seeking energetic and enthusiastic individuals to undertake the above position.  The successful applicants will work as part of a professional, cooperative team to provide high quality education and care programs for the children in the Early Learning Centre in accordance with the National Quality Framework for Education and Care Services.

What’s on Offer:

-$1102.80 to $1277.50 per 38-hour week + 11.5% super + the opportunity for salary progression
-Access to continual training and development opportunities 
-20 days paid annual leave every year and generous sick leave entitlements (pro rata)
-Access to training and development opportunities
-Access to long service leave after 5 years 
-Salary Sacrifice options 

What we need from you:

All applicants should possess a Diploma in Early Education and Care qualification and a current working with children check.  An understanding of development practices for children 0 - 6 years and experience working in an early education and care setting (preferably long day care) is desirable.

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date: Friday 6th December 2024 

Job Description:
To view the job description for this role, please click here

Enquiries and Further Information

Give Shannon Moore (Early Learning Centre Coordinator), a call on 02 6540 1345 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity.

How to Apply

All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website – www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.