Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The role

Are you a passionate, self-motivated educator with creativity and enthusiasm? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment committed to making a positive difference in our community? We are seeking committed professionals to support Council's Children's Centres in delivering high-quality early childhood education and care.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for children to learn and grow. Building positive relationships with children and families is essential, along with maintaining a strong child safeguarding culture—upholding zero tolerance for abuse or harm.

If you are enthusiastic about fostering development, promoting safety, and contributing to a nurturing community environment, we encourage you to join our team and help shape the future of the children in our care.

We have 8 casual Educator (Diploma) positions available across all of our Children's Services. This includes Hurlstone Park, Earlwood, Lakemba and Punchbowl Children's Centres and Carrington Centre Preschool and Occasional Care (Campsie).

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensure compliance with the Early Education and Care National Law and Regulations, including the National Quality Standards, at all times.
• Assist in the implementation of an innovative and reflective early childhood education program that is reflective of the principles, practices, and outcomes of the National Early Years Learning Framework.
• Contribute to a collaborative team through shared learning, a positive attitude, and sound communications skills.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and professionals, while working together to create a tailored curriculum that reflects each child's strengths, needs, and interests.
• Observe and document children's learning and development using a variety of methods.

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

You will have

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Working with Children Check
• Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk of Significant Harm.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate including Asthma and Anaphylaxis.
• Experience in providing quality learning experiences and environments for young children.
• Knowledge and understanding of child development and learning.
• Knowledge and experience in implementing the National Early Years learning Framework.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $39.46 per hour (Grade D, Step1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Multiple Locations
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact

Tennille Elich (Centre Director Hurlstone Park Children's Centre) at [email protected]
Virginia Vassallo (Centre Director Lakemba Children's Centre) at [email protected]
Jasminka Dodig (Acting Centre Director Earlwood Children's Centre) at [email protected]
Nadine Banoub (Centre Director Punchbowl Children's Centre) at [email protected]
Patty Yun (Coordinator Carrington Preschool and Occasional Care) at [email protected]

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday, 1 October 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.