SDN Kingsford - Senior Educator- Full Time

SDN Kingsford centre is looking for a confident and proactive Diploma-qualified Senior Educator to join our team on a permanent full-time basis, working 38 hours per week across five days. Initially, this role will initially provide flexible support across all rooms, including programming support, lunch cover and assistance with daily operations, with the potential to transition into a permanent room which will be the 3-5 years pre-school room with fixed shifts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Educator who enjoys variety, takes initiative and builds strong relationships across the centre. Working alongside a fun, collaborative and supportive team, you will help deliver high-quality early learning experiences and create safe, inclusive and engaging environments where children and families feel valued, connected and supported.

About The Role

This will include:

• Supporting educators across all age groups with programming, routines, lunch cover and day-to-day room operations
• Planning and delivering engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYLF and National Quality Standards NQS
• Leading observation, documentation and reflective practice to support children’s learning and development
• Building positive and meaningful relationships with children and families across the centre
• Creating safe, inclusive and stimulating environments that support children’s wellbeing and development
• Supporting children’s daily care needs, routines and participation, including children with additional needs
• Upholding SDN’s child safety, compliance, policies and procedures
• Contributing to a collaborative, inclusive and supportive team culture

About You

You will have experience and skills in the following:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Child protection training and commitment to child safety
• Current NSW Working with Children Check and current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis
• Sound understanding of the development of children, their health, hygiene and nutritional needs
• Strong verbal and written communication, relationship-building and teamwork skills with a commitment to child safety

What is on offer

• Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP)
• Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children
• Rostered day off per month (full-time staff)
• Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal / carer’s leave
• Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Other benefits can be seen here: Why work for SDN?

What is it like to work with us?

Located close to UNSW, SDN Kingsford provides high-quality early learning and preschool programs for up to 48 children each day. 

Spread across two houses, four levels and three outdoor learning environments, the centre offers diverse spaces designed to inspire curiosity, exploration and play. Our qualified Early Childhood Teachers and Educators deliver engaging, child-centred experiences that respond to children’s interests, strengths and emerging skills. 

At SDN Kingsford, we place strong importance on building safe, secure and respectful relationships with children and genuine partnerships with families, creating a nurturing community where every child feels valued, supported and confident to thrive. 

If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children, young people, and families, we would love to hear from you! 

About SDN

SDN Children’s Services is a respected not-for-profit organisation that has been providing quality services for children and families for 120 years.

Our purpose is to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development in inclusive environments; and our vision is for an equitable world where all children thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families and staff belong.

You can find out more about us on the SDN website.

SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT).

SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.