Outdoor Educator – Parental Leave | St Michael’s Pre-School

Cranbrook School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Outdoor Educator to join St Michael’s Pre-School, located in Vaucluse, in a part-time, fixed-term parental leave position commencing Term 4, 2026.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Outdoor Educator will plan and deliver engaging outdoor learning experiences that support children’s physical development, health, wellbeing and confidence, with a particular focus on fundamental movement skills.

Working across the Pre-School, the role will create purposeful opportunities for children to develop through movement and play, while contributing to a high-quality learning environment aligned with the EYLF and IB frameworks.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers and educators and contribute to the broader Pre-School program.

This is a fixed-term parental leave position working 0.4 FTE across Thursday and Friday, commencing Term 4 on Monday, 12 October 2026 and concluding Friday, 11 December 2026, with the possibility of extension into 2027. The position reports to the Pre-School Coordinator.

ABOUT YOU

You are an enthusiastic and collaborative educator with a genuine passion for outdoor learning and supporting young children’s physical development.

You will bring strong communication skills, a positive approach and the ability to build effective relationships with children, teachers and educators.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working with young children in an early childhood or education setting

• Knowledge of the EYLF and IB frameworks and early childhood pedagogy

• A genuine interest in outdoor learning and children’s physical development

• Strong communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills

• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences

• Commitment to child safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement

• Understanding of relevant early childhood legislation, regulations, policies and child protection requirements

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Relevant experience working with young children in an early childhood or education setting

• Demonstrated understanding of early childhood pedagogy, including the EYLF and/or IB frameworks

• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate outdoor learning experiences

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and educators

• Understanding of relevant early childhood legislation, regulations, policies and child protection requirements

• A strong commitment to children’s safety, wellbeing and development

• Minimum Certificate III Early Childhood

• Current NSW Working with Children Check clearance

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and reasons for your interest in the position. Applications should be submitted via email to ***********@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au.

Details of at least three referees and relevant statements of service will be requested from the preferred candidate.

Applications close: Monday, 7 September 2026.

ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL

Cranbrook is an Anglican, independent day and boarding school, Pre-school to Year 12.

Our vision is to be a world class school which encourages and enables all of our students to explore, enjoy and fulfil their potential. We lead our students to discover and make the most of their talents, to thrive in, and love the pursuit of, excellence. As a school we energise the educational environment by offering a rich and distinctive schooling both within and beyond the curriculum and give powerful pastoral support.

Cranbrook is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, and is accredited as an IB Continuum School, offering the PYP, MYP and IB Diploma Programme.

Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm.

WORKING AT CRANBROOK

At Cranbrook, we are committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where people feel a strong sense of purpose and belonging, are encouraged to build positive relationships, engage in meaningful work, and have opportunities to grow, contribute and flourish.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS

The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.