SDN Marrickville, which is rated Exceeding, has been caring for children from Marrickville for more than 80 years and has developed strong, reciprocal, respectful and interactive relationships with our community.

Are you a Certificate III qualified educator looking to work in for an organisation that supports you to do what you love to do most– support children and their families? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

You put children first. As a not-for-profit organisation, so do we.

As an educator you’ll work as part of a small team of early childhood professionals to deliver SDN’s innovative, high quality and inclusive program for children, while building strong, meaningful relationships with children and families, and delivering the support of the SDN village to their lives.

About you

You will be a certificate -qualified educator with a special interest in diversity and inclusion, a passion for inclusive early childhood practice and a willingness to grow and learn.

About the team

The team at SDN Marrickville have a passion for inclusive practices based on meaningful partnerships with families. Our extensive outdoor environment supports our philosophy of children engaging in authentic, play-based learning opportunities. The long-standing team act as mentors for new team members and celebrate everyone’s unique strengths and capabilities and value their diversity and contributions, creating a positive work life balance.

About the role

Full Time - Contract April 2026

Your role will involve collaborating with children about their interests and supporting them by creating a stimulating environment. As well as supporting the physical needs of children, you will assist in the observation and evaluation of the children’s development, creating an environment which ensures trust and security and provides flexible routines and smooth transitions.

You will need

Experience in a similar role

A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework

Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Standards

Working with Children Check and current Senior First Aid qualification

Sound understanding of the development of children, their health, hygiene and nutritional needs

Your benefits

Above award pay and conditions

Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children

Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow

Paid lunch breaks

Rostered day off per month (full-time staff)

Generous leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Program

What it’s like to work with our village

At SDN, everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

We’re here for you, helping to grow a career you can be proud of, with ongoing networking, training, and promotion opportunities.

To Apply

If you believe that by working together, we can make the world a better and more equitable place, then we’d love to hear from you.

SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. As part of our commitment, successful applicants will undergo thorough screening processes during the recruitment phase. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) and National Police Check.