PRIMARY DETAIL
If you are a Certificate III qualified Early Childhood Educator with a passion for inclusive, high-quality early learning — we want to hear from you!
Join one of Macquarie University’s highly regarded early learning centres, where you’ll work alongside a team of experienced educators and contribute to a learning environment that values relationships, professional growth, and reflective practice.
THE ROLES
We currently have several exciting opportunities for Certificate III Educators across our centres:
• Gumnut Cottage
• 2 x Full-time, ongoing positions
• Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre
• 1 x Full-time, fixed-term position (until 23 December 2025)
• Banksia Cottage
• 1 x Full-time, ongoing position
Reporting to the Room Leader, you will be an advocate for children, believe in quality early education and the value of relationships, and be willing to collaborate with the university community.
What We Offer
In return you will enjoy competitive pay plus a range of salary packaging options and other benefits including:
Education and professional development opportunities
Paid lunch breaks with no requirement to remain on premises
Paid staff meetings & generous release time
Free access to Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre
Additional concessional days
Access to staff wellbeing programs, support services, and employee flu shots
Bonus discounts and reward points at U@MQ outlets
ABOUT YOU
You are a passionate and dedicated early childhood educator who:
Contributes to the planning and delivery of educational programs, including developmental records
Interacts respectfully and positively with children and families
Works collaboratively and respectfully within a large, diverse team
Maintains a current understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards
Supports and actively contributes to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
Demonstrates commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
Follows approved policies and procedures to keep children safe (child protection, supervision, health and wellbeing)
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
(Please upload copies with your application)
ACECQA approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Approved First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
Working with Children Check (please provide your clearance number in the resume)
Flexibility with work hours, including occasional out-of-hours meetings
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
Demonstrated experience working with children aged 0–5 years in a regulated early learning setting
Experience contributing to the implementation of inclusive educational programs
Awareness of child development and knowledge of appropriate engagement strategies
Ability to supervise children and maintain a safe, clean learning environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, including the EYLF, National Law, Regulations, and child protection legislation, including responsibilities as a Mandatory Reporter
Demonstrated computer literacy (e.g. Office 365)
Proven ability to build respectful, ethical relationships with children, families, and colleagues, and a strong commitment to contributing to a positive, inclusive, and professional team culture
Note: Applicants must have valid work rights in Australia.
OUR ORGANISATIONAL VALUES
You share our values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and demonstrate them in your professional practice.
HOW TO APPLY
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your resume online. A cover letter is not required, but you must be prepared to respond to interview questions based on the Essential Selection Criteria listed above. All mandatory qualifications and certifications must be clearly listed in your resume.
If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.
Specific Role Enquiries: Meredith Chan - Centre Manager, Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre – (02) 9850 9880 | meredith.chan@mq.edu.au
General Recruitment Enquiries: Mirna Alaaiddin - Talent Acquisition Officer | mirna.alaaiddin@mq.edu.au.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 6 July, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)
*** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
06/07/2025 11:59 PM
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.
Flexible Work
At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.
