Child Care Educator

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Child Care Worker

Remuneration: 61407.92 - 69503.42 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ686381

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 27 August 2026

For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on Suzanne.Dearling@health.nsw.gov.au

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What You'll Be Doing

IN RESPECT OF CURRICULUM

consult with educators to plan, implement & evaluate the curriculum, ensuring an anti-bias approachcreate a friendly, secure & stimulating learning environment for children at all times plan, prepare & setup/pack away the environment maintain records, rolls, medical/accident reports, sign-in books & relevant administrative requirements

IN RESPECT OF CHILDREN

treat each child with dignity & respect taking into account cultural, socio-economic & other differences/similarities implement curriculum utilising child development & interests in a flexible mannerplan for short/long term development of each child in your immediate carebe responsible for large or small groups liaise with families in a positive manner about the development of their child consult the Nominated supervisor prior to discussing children’s records make appropriate & responsible decisions regarding the needs & welfare of children report any child protection issues/incidents to the Nominated Supervisor and/or The Child Protection Helpline work with 0-6 year olds or 5-12 year olds at Vacation Care

IN RESPECT OF EDUCATORS

attend all staff, room & menu meetings provide input & resources to support professional development work co-operatively in planning & operations maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality & interpersonal skills

IN RESPECT OF FAMILIES

develop good rapport with families share information with children’s families appropriately & constructively along with any concerns be involved in all methods of parent communication maintain confidentiality & respect families individual needs, backgrounds & situations

IN RESPECT OF SERVICE

participate in meetings, conferences & training courses develop co-operative relationships with educators to ensure a smooth operating Service & a caring, secure, active environment for children at all times maintain equipment & assist with minor repairs report shortages in provisions, so that re-orders can be placed be responsible for security when opening/locking up attend Committee meetings abide by & adhere to all Service policies & participate in reviews abide by grievance procedures & work towards positive resolutions assist in briefing, supervising & evaluating students, voluntary helpers or visitors maintain required educator/child ratios at all times participate in Educator reviews & appraisals participate in Quality Improvement & Planning other duties as requested by the Nominated Supervisor

Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

How To Apply

Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience Responses to the questions below:Diploma in Community Services (Children’s Services) or equivalentCurrent First Aid Certificate approved by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality AuthoritySound knowledge of child development with the aptitude to build a curriculum for children of various ages, interests and abilitiesUnderstanding of National Quality and Early Years Learning FrameworksDemonstrated high level of written and verbal communicationAbility to develop partnerships with familiesExperience working as part of a professional teamExperience using Microsoft office

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Need more information?

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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