Your next opportunity Are you ready to bring your knowledge and creativity to a rewarding environment where you'll be genuinely appreciated? If you're eager to shape learning experiences for children while maintaining a fulfilling work-life balance, we want to hear from you. At Penrith City Council, we're dedicated to providing every child with the best possible start in life, preparing them for success in school and beyond. Our team of passionate, qualified Early Childhood Teachers are at the heart of this mission, and we're looking for individuals like you to join us in making a difference You'll be part of our not-for-profit Child Care Services, known for exceeding or meeting national quality education standards. Multiple positions are available across our services with an immediate start Temporary and Permanent positions are available in the following locations: South Penrith (35 hours/ Temp) Rotational (35 hours/ Temp) Cambridge Gardens (35 hours/wk Temp) There may be opportunity in the future for these positions to become permanent Your day will involve Lead and inspire young learners in a supportive and inclusive environment Design and implement engaging educational programs that foster children's development Collaborate with a dedicated team of educators to create enriching learning experiences Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues Ensure the highest standards of safety, well-being, and quality education for all children in your care What are we looking for Completion of a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or other equivalent qualification NESA Accreditation or working toward Experience supervising and interacting with children 0-12 years old Working with children check (WWCC) Current First Aid Certificate with Asthma and Anaphylaxis and CPR (HLTAID004 / HLTA012) Ability to follow safeguarding priorities Team player, contributing and upholding organisational values Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks to get things done efficiently What’s on offer Career opportunities including study support and capability mapping of your skills to enable you to grow to your full potential 15 days personal leave per year Health and wellbeing leave 18 weeks paid maternity leave Access to fitness passport Complimentary access to Ripples Leisure Centres Commencing salary: $80,913.00 - $93,661.00 11.5% superannuation About Penrith City Council Join Penrith City Council, where we prioritize both our community and our employees. We understand that work is just one aspect of your life, so we're committed to supporting you in all the moments that matter. As the largest local government childcare service provider in NSW, we annually cater to over 4,000 children across 53 childcare services. Committed to enriching the lives of families and children, we offer various childcare services, including Long Day Care, Vacation and Out of School Hours Care, Preschools, and a Mobile Playvan. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to the intellectual, social, and physical development of the children in our care. This position has been identified as a Child-Related position under Child Protection laws in NSW. To be eligible to apply, you are required to provide Council with a valid Working with Children Check Number. Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website. You will be required to undertake background checks, including a Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and a Functional Test as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position. For further information about the position, please contact Anna Taha, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 0437 785 516