Educator

Department: Children's Services

Reports to: Early Childhood Teacher/Children's Services Coordinator

Salary Range: $40 - $47 per hour + superannuation

Full Time and Part Time positions available

Are you ready to join a supportive and dynamic team where you can grow your career while making a real difference in children’s lives? 

We are looking for a motivated Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) to support our programs and actively contribute to our team. This is an opportunity to further develop your skills, learn from experienced colleagues, and be part of a service that prioritises child safety, inclusion, and high-quality educational experiences.

In this role, you will support the planning and delivery of engaging programs that foster children’s creativity, curiosity, and love of learning. Using observations and assessments, you’ll tailor experiences to meet individual needs, ensuring that every child feels valued, included, and inspired. Your work will directly contribute to the quality and consistency of our programs, helping children achieve positive outcomes while experiencing a safe, nurturing environment.

You will also play a key role in embedding child safety practices across the service, working alongside leadership to uphold compliance with child protection policies and procedures. Collaboration is at the heart of this position—you will be an active member of a cohesive, long-standing team that shares knowledge, supports each other, and values professional growth. Whether it’s contributing ideas, participating in reflective practice, or supporting team-led events, your involvement will make a real impact.

This position is ideal for someone with a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, a willingness to learn, and a desire to grow their career in early childhood education. Previous experience is a strong advantage but not essential; what matters most is your enthusiasm, flexibility, and commitment to making a positive difference for children and families. 

You will be a key part of our team - a team that is passionate, creative, and collaborative, bringing energy and dedication to everything we do. We work together to deliver engaging programs and community events, let our individual passions shine, and support each other to grow professionally—all while creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for children and families.

We have 2 positions available; 1 full time and 1 part-time (2 days per week). If you’re ready to develop your skills, support a passionate team, and help shape high-quality programs, this is the role for you.

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This position is located in the beautiful town of Coonabarabran, known as the Astronomy Capital of Australia, which is midway between Melbourne and Brisbane and is known for its beautiful landscape and stunning night skies. The town has medical services, excellent schools, a variety of sporting and social clubs and a thriving tourism Industry. With the nearby Warrumbungle National Park, which is also Australia’s first Dark Sky Park, there is plenty to do and explore whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation. 

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Council is committed to providing safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for all children and young people. Employees working within our Early Childhood Education and Care services play an important role in promoting child safety, wellbeing, participation, and inclusion in everything they do. Successful applicants will be expected to uphold child-safe principles, maintain appropriate professional boundaries, and comply with all relevant child protection legislation, policies, and procedures. Council is committed to fostering a culture where children feel safe, respected, valued, and heard, and we encourage applications from candidates who share our commitment to child safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for children and families.

Selection criteria include:

• ACECQA approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a minimum. It would be advantageous if you hold the Diploma or are working towards it. If you're currently studying, we encourage you to call us to discuss your eligibility.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Current First Aid in an Education and Care Setting and CPR.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), My Time Our Place (MTOP) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
• Child Protection and National Child Safety Training.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and professional development.
• Previous experience is desirable, but not essential.
• Current NSW Class C driver’s licence.

Why Join Warrumbungle Shire Council?

Warrumbungle Shire Council offers more than just a job — we provide the opportunity to build a stable, long-term career while enjoying genuine work-life balance, strong team support, and a rewarding regional lifestyle.
As part of Council, you’ll join a workplace that values professionalism, safety, collaboration, and continuous development, while supporting the essential services and infrastructure that keep our communities thriving.
Council offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career growth, and lifestyle, including: 

• Long service leave available after 5 years
• Flexible monthly RDO
• Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
• Generous leave provisions
• Opportunities to purchase additional leave or access deferred leave arrangements
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
• Access to thousands of free online learning courses
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary packaging options to help maximise your take-home pay
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work options where operationally suitable
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and immediate family members
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccinations, hearing tests and skin cancer checks 

Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran. 
With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career. 
At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. 

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Council's normal practice is to appoint at the entry salary for the grade. A higher commencing salary may be approved where an applicant can demonstrate significant directly relevant qualifications, skills and experience.

Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 19 July 2026.
Interviews are expected to be held 29 July 2026. The final date will be confirmed with preferred candidates after applications have closed and shortlisting has been completed. 

For enquiries, please contact Ngaire, Manager Children's and Community Services on 6849 2000.

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.