Early Childhood Educator

About Us

Oatley Red Bear Preschool is a family run boutique early learning centre. 

• We are rated EXCEEDING in all 7 Quality Areas. 
• We have a collaborative working environment. 
• The owner works in the centre, along with our centre manager and office administrator. 
• We nurture and invest in our teams and provide a family experience for our employees. 
•  We cater for 39 children aged 2-5 years old per day. 
• We close for 3 weeks over Christmas / Summer (paid)
• Our hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm.
• We pay ABOVE the award and based on qualifications and expertise.
• Sign on bonus.

** Find us @oatleyredbear on Instagram and Facebook.

Our centre has exceptional educational resources and a stunning natural outdoor playground that creates a loving and nurturing environment. This is a boutique centre where staff, children and families aren’t just a number but part of our extended family.

Qualifications & experience

• Is an excellent communicator, with highly developed written and verbal skills.
• Has experience of 3+ years and hold a Diploma (or Cert 111) Qualification.
• Must have experience working with 2-3 yr old age group.
• Positive leader who up holds our values at all times.
• Proven willingness to learn and improve.
• Passion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high quality care.
• Drive for professional success.
• Current First Aid including CPR and Anaphylaxis and Asthma and Current Working with Children Check.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for families and support them to feel a sense of belonging within our community.
• Supporting junior educators with providing high quality care and education.
• Commitment to early years learning and best practice
• Have solid knowledge of the NQF, ELYF and Programming.
• Work with a team of educators and inspire them to be exceptional by role modelling best practice, creating harmony, productivity and success.

The Nitty Gritty

Find us @oatleyredbear on Instagram and Facebook

• We close for THREE PAID weeks over Christmas.
• Salary Package ABOVE the award and based on qualifications and expertise. 
• Position is permanent full-time or part-time. 
• 3 hours for programming time each week.
• Monthly rostered day off (RDO). 
• Team appreciation days.
• Our hours of operation are 7.30am to 5.30 pm Monday to Friday. 
• Plenty of parking is available and we are a short walk from the Oatley Railway station and shopping village.
• Time in lieu for team meetings
• Staff training is paid for.
• Uniforms provided.
• If you are looking for a new challenge and to become part of a friendly supportive team committed to high quality care please email your CV's to [email protected]

** Sign on bonus is based on qualifications and experience and is paid upon completing the standard probationary period.