Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 245,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.
Cumberland City Council proudly operates 13 Education and Care services across the community where our staff educate and care for children from birth to 13 years of age.
Across our long day care, out of school hours care and family day care services, our staff are passionate about empowering today’s children to become tomorrow’s future by teaching children to be respectful, resilient and confident in an environment that is accepting, safe and inspiring.
The Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) is responsible for the planning and implementation of an innovative and educational program that provides a warm and caring environment that enriches and enhances the children's lives and compliments their families’ beliefs.
The successful applicant will require:
- Completion of tertiary qualifications (degree or diploma) in Early Childhood Education and Care as approved by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
- Working with Children Check
- Completion of Child Protection Course CHCPRT025 – Identify and report children and young people at risk or a former valid unit (CHCPRT001)
- Current HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Educational Setting, including asthma and anaphylaxis
- Current HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Completion of NSW Government Food Handler Basics training (or willing to obtain)
- Completion of the National Child Safety Training (Geccko)
- Proven skills and experience in education and care, customer service, communication skills both written and verbal, computer operating systems and effective time management and organisational skills
- A solid understanding in Code of Conduct, Child Protection legislation, National Quality Framework - Education and Care Services Regulations, Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW), National Quality Standards and The Early Years Learning Framework
Download the position description here for more information.
About this role:
- 1x permanent full-time position.
- Working 70 hour fortnight, Monday to Friday, with core hours between 7:00am - 6:00pm
- Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
- Located at Auburn Long Day Child Care Centre however, may be required to work across any of Council’s Education and Care locations.
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 7 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,295.25 to $1,586.68 per week plus 12% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
- Cumberland City Council has successfully been approved for funding under the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Worker Retention Payment Grant. This grant will provide an additional retention allowance to increase their wages in line with the federal Children’s Services Award 2010 and applies until 30 November 2026.
The payment of the Worker Retention Payment allowance is not a condition of employment with Council and is subject to the Worker Retention Payment allowance being fully funded by the Commonwealth Government. Should this retention allowance cease to be paid by the Commonwealth Government, Council will also cease payment of the ECEC Worker Retention Payment Grant to staff.
You can find more information about the Early Childhood Education and Care Worker Retention Payment here.
What you'll need to have for this role:
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required
- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave, 15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
Contact Tracey Hopper, Education and Care Coordinator on 8757 9449 or [email protected] for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm, Friday 26 June 2026
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
