Educator

$35.34/hr (depending on qualifications and experience) + super + tax benefits
Full Time Contract till 20th December 2027
Work during school terms 8:15am - 3:51pm
Preschool hours and paid school holidays!

About the Opportunity
Uniting Preschool Caringbah is an integral part of our local community, teaching young children the crucial skill of learning that will ease their transition to ‘big school’, and far beyond.
Nestled in a quiet residential street, our warm and welcoming service operates during school terms and offers stimulating indoor and outdoor environments. Our programs are designed to inspire your child’s desire to learn, embracing purposeful play and group activities that encourage their curiosity, confidence, creativity and self-expression.
What you’ll be doing in this roleAs an Advanced Certificate III Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework!
Your care work may include:

Contribute to the development of programs which reflect the approved learning framework.
Developing positive and respectful relationships that support children, their families and community.
Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.
Documenting children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes

Who we’re looking for

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education (essential) with experience in programming (required).
A work history that demonstrates recording observations, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.
Understand the National Quality Framework and EYLF
Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members
You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.


What we offer you

Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
A range of shifts to suit your lifestyle
A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members

Click here to find out more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting
What to expectPlease know that employment with Uniting requires:

A National Police Check
Valid working with Children’s Check
GECKKO National
First Aid Certificate
Working Rights Check

How to applyIf you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
About Uniting:
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.