Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 50 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking a passionate Diploma qualified Educator, a knowledgeable Room Leader, an experienced ECT and a dedicated Educational Leader to join our vibrant Schofields Westminster Service.

Available Positions:

1. Full Time - Diploma Educator

2. Full Time - Room Leader

3. Full Time - Early Childhood Teacher

4. Full Time - Educational Leader

About the Roles

As an Early Childhood Educator at Young Academics, you will create meaningful learning experiences and environments that reflect best practice and align with our service philosophy. As a service, compliance and child safety remain our highest priority, and you will be expected to uphold our child-safe practices in all aspects of your role. You will also collaborate with fellow educators to build strong, respectful partnerships with children, families and the wider community, fostering a supportive environment that enhances children’s wellbeing, confidence, and lifelong love of learning.

As the Educational Leader, you will lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of our educational programs while mentoring and developing a team of dedicated educators. Your leadership will help guide quality practice in line with the National Quality Framework and ensure that our programs are developmentally appropriate, engaging, and inclusive of all children.

As a Room Leader at Young Academics, you will lead a team of educators to provide high-quality, inclusive education and care. You’ll inspire others through your experience, work closely with assistant educators and ensure every child in your care feels safe, supported and inspired to learn.

As an Early Childhood Teacher at Young Academics, you will create meaningful learning experiences and environments that reflect best practice and are aligned with our service philosophy. You will support fellow educators to build strong partnerships with children, families, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an inclusive and innovative program.

• Apply approved learning frameworks (EYLF) that promote each child's identity, connection to community, wellbeing, learning confidence, and communication skills.

• Maintain a safe environment, proactively managing risks and adhering to health and hygiene protocols.

• Lead by example in all interactions, fostering a respectful and collaborative team culture.

• Partner with families to support their children’s development and education goals.

• Build & maintain clear and accurate communication within the team, children and families, and nurture professional, supportive and respectful relationships

About You

• Minimum 12 months of demonstrated experience in planning, documentation, and implementing programs for children 0-6 years with regards to current pedagogies and frameworks.

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or a Bachelor's in Early Education and Care from a nationally approved registered training organisation.

• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and sector regulations

• Current First Aid training and CPR Certificate

• Valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check

• Commitment to upholding a Child Safe Organisation and inclusive practices

Child Safety Matters
At Young Academics, we prioritise children's safety and wellbeing. Our values, actions and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care. You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process. Young Academics conducts reference checks, will verify that you hold a valid WWCC for paid work, and confirms that you do not have any prohibition or statutory notices against you. Young Academics uses CCTV in our centres and works closely with the regulatory authorities to report any child safety concerns. Visit our website for more information on our Child Safe Practices.