Childcare Educator - Diploma

Job No: SC2023000253Location: SingletonAt Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. ADD VALUE - THE ROLEProviding high-quality customer service to the community of Singleton through the delivery of quality Long Day Care Services, key responsibilities for the Childcare Educator - Diploma include.Help plan, implement, and evaluate child-centric programs that are developmentally appropriate and culturally diverse, integrating the Early Years Learning Framework.Support children's learning by modeling play-based environments, participating in curriculum discussions, and suggesting changes.Implement the service's philosophy in teaching and behaviour guidance, adapting as needed.Ensure daily care routines are learning opportunities, employing intentional teaching strategies, and using evaluations for future planning.Essential to this role is a Diploma in Children’s Services, or equivalent, or working towards achieving this qualification, a current Working with Children Check (WWCC), First Aid Certificate, including anaphylaxis and asthma training, previous experience in the care of children aged 0-5 and knowledge of curriculum and legislative frameworks.This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 38 hours per week, with an accrued rostered day off every 4 weeks.Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 8 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $36.55 - $41.11 per hour plus 12% superannuation and other award allowances. BE VALUED - THE REWARDYour Wellbeing Benefits IncludeSwell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)Health + Wellbeing LeaveFitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin ChecksYour Flexible Work Benefits May IncludeWork from homeRostered Day Off9-day fortnight4-day weekYour Leave Benefits IncludeConcessional Leave between Christmas and New YearAnnual LeaveSick + Carer’s LeaveLong Service Leave after 5 yearsPurchase of Additional Annual LeaveParental LeaveDomestic + Family Violence LeaveHealth + Wellbeing LeaveYour Development Benefits IncludeTraining Courses + Professional DevelopmentEducation AssistanceLeadership Development ProgramEmerging Leaders Program'Grow our Own' ProgramYour reward + recognition benefits include:ESSPecialist Program AwardsService AwardsBe Valued Recognition ProgramWANT TO KNOW MORE? INTERESTED?For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Kylie Tatt, Coordinator Community Service Delivery on 0413 438 030.To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia. APPLICATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2025.