Diploma qualified Early Childhood Educator

🌿 Join Our Warm, Community-Focused Team at Nimbin Early Learning Centre!

Nimbin Early Learning Centre is seeking a passionate and dedicated Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our friendly and supportive team.

If you're looking for a role where you can build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues while working in a relaxed, community-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

Nimbin Early Learning Centre is a community-based long day care service providing high-quality education and care for children aged 6 months to school age. Since 1999, we have supported local families through a nurturing, child-focused approach and a strong commitment to creating a welcoming environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our service operates five days per week throughout the year and is proudly managed by Northern Rivers Children's Services (NRCS), a respected not-for-profit organisation that advocates for and supports children, families, and communities across the Northern Rivers region.

With a high educator-to-child ratio and a strong sense of community, we offer an environment where educators are valued, supported, and encouraged to bring their unique skills and creativity to the role.

About the Role
Permanent Part-Time | 32 Hours per Week (4 Days)

We are seeking a Diploma-qualified educator who is passionate about early childhood education and committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences for children.

Some flexibility is available regarding workdays and hours.

Classification: Children's Services Award 2010, Level 5 (Diploma)

Salary: $38-$40 per hour (above award), including the ECEC Worker Retention Payment

What You’ll Enjoy

✨ Above-award wages

✨ Discounted childcare for employees

✨ A small, supportive and community-focused service

✨ Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

✨ Ongoing mentoring and professional support from an experienced Centre Director and the NRCS leadership team

✨ Opportunities for professional development and career growth

✨ Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

✨ The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families

What We’re Looking For
You’re an educator who brings warmth, creativity, and a genuine love for supporting children’s growth and development. You value connection — with children, families, and your colleagues — and take pride in creating engaging, high-quality learning experiences.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA recognised)

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates

• Working with Children Check

• Current Police Check (no more than 6 months old)

• Child Protection Certificate

• Completed Child Safe Training (Gekko)

• Two professional referees

• Previous experience working with 0–6 year olds

Essential Qualities:

• A caring, positive, and professional approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Solid knowledge of the EYLF and NQS

• A commitment to providing inclusive, high-quality education and care

Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!

Send your cover letter and CV to ••••@nrcs.org.au or apply via seek

🧡 Our Commitment to Child Safety

We are a child safe service. NRCS upholds the rights of all children and young people and is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing environment. We take the Child Safe Standards seriously, with strong policies and practices to ensure the wellbeing of every child in our care.