Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)

ECTARC Wallaroo is a 44-place service providing early childhood education and care for children from birth to school age in Shellharbour on the traditional land of the Dharawal peoples. 

We are within walking distance of Nazareth Primary School, Shellharbour Library, local shopping centre and Elanora Nursing Home, creating many opportunities for our children to get involved with our local community. 

Wallaroo provides an inclusive environment that welcomes all children and their families.  We ensure the program meets the developmental needs of each child, with a holistic approach ensuring that all children are truly integrated into our program.  We welcome our connections with families and external agencies and use their knowledge and skills to inform our program and practice.

ECTARC Wallaroo are seeking an experienced educator who holds a  Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to work as part of a passionate and capable team who are committed to enriching the futures of young children. In collaboration with others you will plan and implement high-quality educational, innovative and inclusive programs, whilst also establishing relationships with families to ensure best outcomes for young children.

Joining ECTARC Clipper Road means being part of something new, meaningful, and thoughtfully designed. You’ll work within an extended, multidisciplinary team in a service where your knowledge and wellbeing matter, where your strengths are recognised, and where professional growth is woven into the fabric of the day.

An educator’s role is very rewarding, providing children with the best possible start for lifelong learning. You will be working with a dedicated team, families, and the local school and community, including a range of external stakeholders to provide optimum education and care outcomes for young children.

At ECTARC you will have access to professional development, networks, coaching and mentoring to support you grow professionally and lead to further career opportunities.

ECTARC is proudly a not-for-profit organisation, that successfully manages education and care services in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven. Our specialist early childhood knowledge, extensive experience and commitment to early education and care for children is why we are a respected leader in the sector. We live by our vision of enriching the futures for the children, families, students, and our communities.

We have a professional, experienced leadership team at our head office who support and resource our ECTARC services to strengthen quality learning and education programs. ECTARC is committed to providing optimum work environments for staff with ongoing professional development opportunities.

ECTARC s committed to being a child safe organisation. We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount, we aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe. ECTARC has policies and systems to protect children, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously.

• Degree in Early Childhood Education
• NESA Early Childhood Teacher Accreditation
• A Working with Children Check clearance number
• Current approved first aid qualification for early education and care HLTAID012
• Completed an approved child protection Statement of Attainment
• Completed mandatory National Child Safety Training
• Current National Crime Check (or be willing to obtain)
• Demonstrated ability within the role of Responsible Person
• Demonstrated professional level of written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation
• Demonstrated high level of ethical and professional behaviour including collaboration & confidentiality
• A commitment to practicing ECTARC values everyday
• Strong commitment to your own professional learning

At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries, above the award rate and entitlements in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC including:

• Above award pay (10% wage increase based on the award rate from the Federal Government wage increase, with a further 5% coming in December 2025)
• 50% discount on childcare fees for staff’s children enrolled in our quality services.
• Paid parental leave – 6 weeks top up.
• Annual ECTARC leave day and 2-3 weeks end of year closure period.
• Wellness program including access to our EAP.
• An inclusive work environment.
• EC Management team provides coaching, mentoring and support.
• Two annual planning days and opportunities to join organisational network meetings.
• Paid professional learning via ECTARC’s online learning platform and access to internal and external training and conferences.
• Support for further study and qualifications.
• Opportunities for career advancement across our early childhood education and training services.

We have a comprehensive induction process to ensure your ongoing success working at ECTARC.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre employment screening and probity checks.

ECTARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background to apply for this position.

If you have any questions in regards to this position please call ECTARC on (02) 4223 1*** or email **********@ectarc.com.au.