About the role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality early education and care within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
The successful applicant will:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of child safety principles and practices
- Promote the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children
- Always maintain professional boundaries and ethical behaviour
- Actively contribute to a culture of child safety within the service
The Centre provides a high level of education and care and is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher that will assist in making the service a point of difference from other child care providers. This position works alongside a team of professionals responsible for room management, child health and safety, education and planning and to enrich children’s lives through play-based learning.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualifications approved by ACECQ
- Hold a current registration with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
- Demonstrate an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
- Experience in the provision of producing quality educational programs for children aged 0 to 5 years of age
- The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment.
- Good communication skills with the ability to develop relationships with children their families
- Able to comply with the requirements of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013 through the provision of a Working with Children Check clearance and National Child Safety Training
- Current approved First Aid qualification, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management qualification
- Must be able to satisfy the criteria for appointment as person in day-to-day charge of the service
Work/Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset
Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs
Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy
Training & Development to expand your skills
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.
Salary: $1,349.60 - $1,417.96 per week + 12 % superannuation
Position Status: Permanent Full-Time
Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm on a rotating roster and rostered day off every three weeks
Application closing date: Sunday, 5 July 2026, at 11.30 pm
Contact Officer: Leanne McCurry - 6333 6561
To apply, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You will need to upload a Resume to complete the application.
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Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
