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Education & Care Services/Social City/City Life
Part Time/Term Contract up to 12 months - 14.5 hours per week (Tuesdays and Fridays)
$34,075 per annum plus superannuation
Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About the role
The City of Sydney's Education and Care Services team seek a highly skilled and motivated Senior Educator to join our team of educators.
We're looking for someone with:
· experience and skills in caring for and educating children aged 0 to 6 years old in an early learning environment
· Diploma in Children's Services or approved equivalent as recognised by ACECQA
· current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications as approved by ACECQA.
Download position description.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment, criminal history and working with children check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 8 April 2026.
For more information, contact Bianca Nuku, Early Childhood Manager on 02 9246 7886.
What we can offer you
You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
Flexible working
- 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
- Collaborative approach to flexible working
- City centre head office, with many public transport options
Professional development
- Leadership and management development program
- Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
- Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
- Long service and employee recognition awards
- Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling
Inclusive culture
- Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
- Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
- Recognised family inclusive workplace
- Veteran employment supporter
Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.
How to apply
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.
We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333.
Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.