A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an empowering individual to lead the educational practice of the service, supporting Educators to deliver high quality early childhood education programs for children in a safe and respectful environment.

As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will lead the design and implementation of approved curriculum within the Centre and maintain up to date knowledge about National Quality Standards and related regulatory standards. You will also build strong relationships with parents and regularly discussing their child's progress.

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About You

We are seeking an individual who holds the following qualification:

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent degree) recognised by the National Authority; OR
• Diploma in Children’s Services and current enrolment in Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Minimum of three years' experience working in an early childhood education setting.
• Sound knowledge of National early childhood regulations, standards and approved curriculum.
• Team leadership skills, including the ability to effectively mentor and supervise the reflective practice of others in the workplace.
• Strong skills in building respectful relationships with children, families, staff and community members.

Benefits

This is a permanent, full time position working 35 hours per week.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $77,319.42 to $79,969.34* gross per annum, comprising of:

• $1,327.60 to $1,373.10* per week base salary
• $159.31 to $164.77* per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)

*Remuneration is dependent upon level of qualification.

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Kristy Whitney - Nominated Supervisor | Bandara Children's Services on 02 6499 2302.

Applications close 11.59pm AEST on 28 August 2025.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.

This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.