Childcare Worker – St Nicks Early Learning

St Nicks Early Learning is a warm, community-focused early education service grounded in creative, meaningful learning. With two campuses: St Nicks Hellenica and St Nicks Botanica, we continue to grow and are looking for a passionate educator to join our team.

Whether you're a qualified Certificate III educator or looking to begin your career as a trainee, we'd love to hear from you.

Our educational approach is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, valuing children as capable, competent learners. Across our service, we embed:

• Reggio-inspired, project-based learning

• Conscious Discipline principles supporting emotional regulation and connection

• Bush Kindy and gardening programs

• Weekly sports and physical literacy sessions

• Strong partnerships with families and the local community

This is a full-time position. The successful applicant will be based at either our Hellenica or Botanica campus, with placement determined according to the needs of our service and the successful candidate's strengths and experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments

• Observing, documenting, and supporting children's learning and development

• Assisting with daily routines, including mealtimes, toileting, and rest

• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

• Contributing to a warm, respectful, and collaborative team culture

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or be willing to undertake a traineeship

• Have 1–2 years' experience in an early learning setting (or be looking to start your career)

• Have a genuine passion for working with young children

• Be reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to learn

• Enjoy working collaboratively within a supportive team

• Full-time employment

• Placement at either our Hellenica or Botanica campus

• Supportive leadership and mentoring

• Ongoing professional development and career progression

• Opportunities for trainees to gain qualifications while working

• Hourly rate negotiable based on qualifications and experience

If you're looking to start or grow your career in early childhood education within a creative, values-driven learning community, we'd love to hear from you.