Children Services Educator

Are you passionate about early education and creating a positive, nurturing environment for children? Waratah–Wynyard Council is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educators to join our caring and supportive teams at Warawyn Early Learning Centre and Boat Harbour Outside School Hours Care (OSHC).

About the Roles

Our Early Childhood Educators play a vital role in supporting children’s development and wellbeing through play-based learning and high-quality care.

At Warawyn Early Learning Centre, we have multiple opportunities for full-time, part-time and casual educators across our long day care programs.

At Boat Harbour OSHC, we are seeking a part-time educator to support children’s learning and recreation in a fun and engaging after-school environment.

You’ll work as part of a committed team that values collaboration, creativity and inclusion. These positions suit educators who are caring, flexible and passionate about helping children reach their full potential.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or be actively working towards a qualification.
• A genuine interest in the development and wellbeing of children.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration (or ability to obtain).
• A current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012) or willingness to complete.

Why join us?

• Extra Superannuation (11.5% SGC plus an additional 50% of any extra super an employee contributes up to 4% of the employee’s salary)
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave
• Additional leave, 3 days additional paid leave over the Christmas holidays
• 17% leave loading annually
• Employee Assistance Program

The full Position Description is available for download in the Forms section below. The position level will be dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

We are a values-based organisation looking for someone aligned with how we do business. Applicants are encouraged to take a moment to review our organisational values before making an application.

What next?

If we’ve sparked your interest, and you would like to be a motivated and positive contributor to the team at Warawyn early learning, then apply now by completing the below form providing a detailed response to each of the Selection Criteria and uploading:

• A cover letter, providing a brief introduction and outlining your interest and motivation in applying for the position; and
• A detailed resume outlining relevant work experience and qualifications including two recent work referees.

Information on addressing the selection criteria can be found on our ‘How to apply’ page.

Waratah-Wynyard Council is passionate about providing equal employment opportunities by valuing equity, diversity and inclusion to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds with the right to live and work in Australia.

Waratah-Wynyard Council has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Examination including drug and alcohol testing to determine that you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the role and capable of doing so, safely and without undue risk to yourself or others. 

Applications for this position close at 8am on Monday 17 November 2025, however suitable applicants may be interviewed and appointed prior to this date so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to withdraw or extend this ad at any time.

You will receive an immediate automated response in the online form and by email when your application has been successfully submitted. If you haven’t received a response, you have most likely forgotten to attach a document or missed an essential field in the online form. Please review the form and complete the sections highlighted in red font.

If you have technical difficulties in submitting your application, contact our People & Safety team on 03 6443 8333.