Permanent Position – working 38 hours per week during NSW school terms only Competitive salary starting from $45.53 per hour 12% superannuation Paid professional development and dedicated programming and Educational Leader time each week Join an inclusive, dynamic and supportive Council operated service About the opportunity: We are seeking an experienced and passionate early childhood professional to provide strong educational and operational leadership at Wollondilly Preschool. This role is responsible for leading and mentoring educators to design, implement and evaluate a high-quality, child-centred education and care curriculum that aligns with the service philosophy and the National Quality Framework. As the Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader, you will ensure legislative and regulatory compliance, foster inclusive and engaging learning environments, support children’s wellbeing, and guide reflective practice across the team. Working closely with the Team Leader Children’s Services, you will contribute to continuous improvement, promote best practice in early learning, and represent Council’s Children’s Services within the community and the broader sector. This is a part-time position that operates in line with NSW school terms, offering the opportunity to balance meaningful work with your personal and family life. The successful applicant will succeed in this position by meeting the following criteria: Hold an ACECQA approved Early Childhood Teaching Qualification with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Early Childhood setting Ability to meet the requirements of registration as “Nominated Supervisor” with the NSW Department of Education. Current approved First Aid Qualification that includes Asthma and Anaphylaxis management Current Working with Children Clearance and National Police Record Check Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and experience in curriculum development and documenting children’s learning High level Time Management, Communication, planning and interpersonal skills What we can offer you: Located on Sydney’s southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities. Delivering exceptional, high-performing services to our community is fundamental to what we do. We continuously seek opportunities to strengthen our service delivery across and require experienced and qualified professionals to join us in Making Wollondilly even better, together. We actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, providing a variety of benefits to support, reward and actively engage our workforce including; Learn, develop and grow your career with our Growth Learning Program Work in a Child Safe Organisation Be acknowledged in our STAR Reward and Recognition program Participate in our Educational Assistance Program Stay connected with our Health & Wellbeing programs Access to our Employee Assistance Program Want to find out more? Further Information: Alana Cortes, Team Leader Children’s Services, 4677 1100 Applications Close: 5:00pm Monday 12 January 2026 Join us in Making Wollondilly even better together! Only applications received via Council’s online recruitment platform be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions. All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC. Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process. [ View The Job Description ] [ Preview The Position Requirements ]
