Diploma Educator – Children’s Services | Community Junction

Community Junction Children's Services are seeking a passionate and experienced Educator to join our North St Marys Children's Centre team.

This is a permanent part-time position (35 hours per week) working across our Preschool and Out of School Hours Care (OOSH) services, supporting children aged 3 to 12 years in a warm, inclusive and community-focused environment.

About the Role

You will work collaboratively with our educators to provide high-quality education and care experiences that reflect children's interests, strengths and voices. This unique role offers the opportunity to work across both Preschool and OOSH programs on the same site, creating meaningful relationships with children and families throughout their early childhood and school-age years.

We believe great education and care is about relationships, not ratios.
We are seeking an educator who is passionate about children's voices, committed to being present, and motivated to advocate for children's wellbeing, inclusion and sense of belonging. If you are looking to make a genuine difference rather than simply fill a role, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Availability is required Monday to Friday between 6:15am and 6:00pm, with shifts rostered within these operating hours.

Why Join Community Junction?

At Community Junction Children's Services, we value our educators and recognise the important role they play in children's lives.

We offer:

• Permanent part-time employment (35 hours per week)

• Above-award support and mentoring

• Generous programming and documentation time with team approach

• Dedicated leadership and operational support

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Work across both Preschool and OOSH settings

• Not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus

• Employee wellbeing initiatives and recognition programs

• The opportunity to genuinely influence children's learning and wellbeing

Essential Criteria

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or approved equivalent)

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children

• Current NSW Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain)

• Demonstrated commitment to child safety and wellbeing

• Passion for listening to and advocating for children's voices

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable Criteria

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

• Experience supporting children with additional needs

• Experience working in both Preschool and OOSH environments

• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, EYLF and/or My Time Our Place

Child Safe Commitment

Community Junction Children's Services is committed to safeguarding children and young people.

We have a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, respected and heard. Successful applicants will be required to participate in our child-safe recruitment processes, which include:

• Working With Children Check verification

• Reference checks, including questions relating to child safety

• Identification and qualification verification

• Child-safe induction and ongoing training

• Compliance with our Child Safe Code of Conduct

We strongly encourage applicants who share our commitment to child safety, inclusion and children's rights to apply.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and want to be part of a supportive and values-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Applications should include a current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

If you are interested in applying for this exciting position, please email me•@communityjunction.org.au for a job package.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence immediately. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.