Early Childhood Educator

Join Our Caring Team at Winanga-li Early Learning & Care Service!

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a positive, supportive learning environment? Winanga-li ELC is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join our team! We are a community-focused, child-centered service committed to providing quality care and education to children aged 0-5.

 About Us: At Winanga-li ELC, we believe in fostering a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment where every child feels safe and valued. We are dedicated to providing high-quality early learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and emotional growth. Our team works collaboratively to deliver a rich curriculum guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), ensuring that every child's individual needs and interests are met.

 Position: Early Childhood Educator

Location: Gunnedah

Position Type: Full-Time

Your Role: As an Early Childhood Educator at Winanga-li, you will:

  • Work closely with children to support their development across all areas—language, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive.
  • Create a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children to explore and learn.
  • Develop and implement programs and activities in line with the EYLF, focusing on individual and group learning.
  • Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members, fostering a sense of community and connection.
  • Support the development of each child’s social and emotional well-being through positive guidance and modelling.
  • Maintain accurate observations and documentation of children’s progress.

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
  • Previous experience in an early learning setting (preferred).
  • A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with children, families, and team members.
  • An understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards.
  • A positive, flexible, and team-oriented attitude.
  • MUST have or willingness to obtain a WWCC
  • MUST have or willingness to obtain a NCRC

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families.
  • A workplace that values work-life balance and well-being.

If you’re ready to bring your passion and skills to an organisation that puts children first, we’d love to hear from you!

 

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