Child Care Worker (Lead Educator)

LAROS FAMILY PTY LTD

We are seeking passionate and dedicated childcare professionals who genuinely enjoy working with children and are committed to creating a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment. If you are enthusiastic, dependable, and meet the required criteria, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Benefits

We offer the opportunity to be part of a supportive, family-owned team where childcare professionals are valued. 

With strong leadership, ongoing professional development, quality resources and thoughtfully designed learning environments, the Centre supports staff to grow in their careers while making a meaningful contribution to children’s learning and development.

Task & responsibilities

• Assist with preparing materials and equipment for educational and recreational activities. 
• Supervise and support children throughout their daily routines, ensuring safety and wellbeing. 
• Guide children’s social development and manage behaviour in a positive and supportive manner. 
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging learning experiences that promote creativity and development. 
• Engage children through reading, storytelling, games, and interactive activities.
• Maintain high hygiene standards and support children with hygiene routines as needed. 
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment.

Qualification & experience

• The equivalent of a minimum of a Diploma-level qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, recognised in Australia. 
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in an early childhood education and care setting. 
• Demonstrated experience planning, implementing, and evaluating learning programs for children aged 0 to 5 years. 
• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS). 
• Experience supervising or leading educators within a room or age group. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with children, families, and team members. 
• A genuine passion for fostering children’s growth, learning, and social development. 
• Sound knowledge of health, hygiene, and safety standards for children. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while taking initiative when needed. 
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and work within a rotating roster as required. 
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and First Aid Certificate, and Child Safety or willingness to obtain.

About Company

Laros Family Pty Ltd provides early childhood education and care for children aged two to five in Pottsville, NSW. Our educational programs draw on the Early Years Learning Framework and the Reggio Emilia approach, encouraging children’s curiosity, creativity and independence. Our experienced educators support individual learning through engaging indoor and outdoor environments, working closely with families and the local community to nurture children’s development and transition to school. 

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $75000-85000

Job Publish: 01-10-2026

Job Expire: 31-10-2026

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