Early Childhood Educator

• Make a meaningful impact as an early childhood educator in a purpose built 40-place centre
• Earn $30–$34/hr in a Worker Retention Payment approved service
• Enjoy great perks including up to 50% childcare discount + monthly incentives
• Join a values-led, culturally diverse, family-owned centre that truly recognises and rewards your passion

About Smart Cookies

Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre is a family-owned provider known for its warm, values-driven approach and over 11 years of experience delivering high-quality early childhood education. Located in the heart of Liverpool, NSW, our modern, 40-place centre is split across three rooms, catering to age groups from 0 to 5 years.

We foster a supportive team culture where educators are appreciated and rewarded for their efforts. From ‘Room of the Month’ and team shout-outs for daily achievements to regular team building activities/events and up to 50% childcare discounts, we go the extra mile to ensure our staff feel valued and empowered.

Flexibility, autonomy and a genuine care for our community set us apart. At Smart Cookies, you won’t just work, you’ll thrive.

For more information, visit: www.smartcookieselc.com.au

About the Opportunity

Smart Cookies is looking for full-time Certificate III Educators based in Liverpool, NSW.

You will join a nurturing team focused on high-quality education, documentation, and critical reflection to support children’s development and ongoing vision for continuous improvement.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervising and engaging with children across age groups
• Participating in daily programming, planning, and reflection
• Contributing to documentation and compliance processes
• Supporting the centre through self-assessments and quality improvement
• Demonstrating knowledge of the EYLF and NQF frameworks
• Upholding the rights of all children and embedding paramount consideration
• Collaborating with your team to ensure a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment

About You

To qualify, you will need a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, have at least 2+ years of workplace experience (placement-only experience does not meet requirements), and hold a current Working With Children Check, First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certification. These are permanent roles suitable for educators able to work consistently across 5 days per week. Applicants that do not meet our requirements or those who hold qualifications that are above Certificate III i.e. Diploma or ECT will not be contacted.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Experience in early childhood documentation and programming
• Involvement in Assessment & Rating preparation
• Strong understanding of EYLF and NQF frameworks
• Confidence in critical reflection and self-assessment
• Demonstrate commitment to child protection and child safety
• Capacity to step into or grow into a Room Leader role

As our ideal candidate, you are passionate, motivated, and proactive in seeking knowledge and continuous improvement. You’re a team player who values flexibility, is open to helping others, and thrives in a small team where your input matters. As we are a culturally diverse team, we encourage applications from applicants of all ethnicities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing and tight-knit environment where your efforts directly impact children's learning and development.

About the Benefits

You'll be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of between $30 to $34/hr for Certificate III Educators depending on experience.

Plus a range of great perks:

• Up to 50% childcare discount (on the gap fee) for your children
• Flexible rosters with rotating shift options for a great work/life balance
• A stocked staff room with sweet treats, snacks and bottled water for our team to enjoy
• Monthly incentives up to $200 (Room or Educator of the Month)
• Grow your career with an organisation that's expanding and investing in its people
• Ongoing paid professional development and support from an experienced, family-led management team
• Close, supportive team environment with low child numbers

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to this role, then we invite you to apply today!