Early Childhood Educator

Rumpus Room is seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators to join their Newcastle centres. In this role, you will support children’s development through meaningful learning experiences while building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and the broader centre community. You will work collaboratively with educators and leadership teams to deliver high-quality early childhood education programs.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the community
• Support and guide teams in implementing innovative early learning programs
• Deliver programs aligned with current early childhood education practices and frameworks
• Document and share children’s learning and development with families
• Contribute to the implementation of the Guardian Curriculum
• Support children to become brave, curious, and imaginative learners
• Work collaboratively with fellow educators and centre leadership teams
• Maintain safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications and Skills :

• Qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Previous experience working in long day-care settings
• Strong understanding and practical knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with children and families.

Benefits :

• Professional learning and career development opportunities
• Mentoring and peer support programs
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• Access to workshops and best-practice learning sessions
• High-quality and well-resourced learning environments
• Competitive salary and childcare discounts
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• WHEREFIT discounts on gyms, wellness, beauty, meals, and more
• Guardian Degree Program with paid study support and course fee reimbursement
• Paid First Aid training and renewals.

About the Centre

Rumpus Room centres across the Newcastle region provide natural and engaging learning environments featuring plants, timber, grass, sand, mud play, pets, science exploration activities, sewing projects, and musical learning experiences designed to encourage creativity and discovery.

Guardian Childcare and Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.