Assistant Educator – Early Learning Centre

About Us

We are a warm and inclusive early childhood service committed to providing high-quality education and care for children aged 3–6.

Our program is guided by the EYLF and implemented within an inquiry-based PYP framework, embedding play-based, child-led learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

We are a community-based preschool operating on the beautiful grounds of the Hunter Vallery Grammar School. Our operating hours are 8am – 4pm, 38 weeks of the year, during school terms.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing

All children and young people who come to Hunter Valley Grammar School have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.

We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

The School regards its child safety responsibilities with the utmost importance and is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture.

Each member of the School community has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role that they play individually, and collectively, to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do, and every decision that they make.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and reliable Assistant Educator – Cert III qualified to join our friendly Early Learning Centre team at Hunter Valley Grammar School on a full-time, permanent basis.

Our Assistant Educators are responsible for providing education and care for children enrolled at the service, consistent with our philosophy, policies and procedures and curriculum, and according to the requirements of the National Quality Framework.

Assistant Educators work in collaboration with other educators, the Educational Leader, the Nominated Supervisor and other professionals and communities.

This position is a permanent full time position.

Key Duties

• Hold an ACECQA approved Certificate III level qualification, or be actively working towards this qualification.
• Responsibility for managing one’s own fee payment and maintenance of a current Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance.
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Standards and the Early Years Learning Framework (V2.0).
• Ability to relate effectively with children and their families.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• A high level of interpersonal skills, a willingness to be an active team member and contribute to the broader fabric of the School.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong professional rapport with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong ICT skills will be regarded favourably. This includes the purposeful integration of technology and the capacity to use technology well in completing personal professional tasks.
• Excellent time-management and administrative skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• Ability to:
  • Work autonomously, using initiative and without direct supervision support.
  • Prioritise, work under pressure and to deadlines.
  • Be flexible and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
  • Pick up new systems quickly.
  • Recognise internal and external feedback as an opportunity for growth.
  • Engage, motivate and inspire within and beyond their team.
  • Display empathy, enthusiasm, commitment and strong work ethic.
  • Be flexible, agile, positive and resilient to operate and adapt in a dynamic environment.

For a complete picture of the role, you can find the full Job Description on our website.

Benefits

At HVGS, we’re dedicated to empowering our staff to thrive in the dynamic realm of teaching and learning.

We uphold this commitment by equipping our educators with cutting-edge tools and skills necessary to excel in their profession.

Moreover, HVGS offers a suite of exclusive benefits to our valued staff members, including:

• Supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Beautiful natural play spaces and strong community connections.
• 15 days Personal Leave for all full-time, permanent staff (prorated for part-time staff)
• Paid school holidays
• Generous professional development opportunities.
• Access to Fitness Passport, which provides you and your family with flexible access to a wide range of gyms and pools, at a discounted price.
• State-of-the-Art teaching and learning infrastructure.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to Staff strength and conditioning sessions and the school gym.
• Salary Sacrificing options, including novated leasing.

Join HVGS and be part of a supportive community committed to your professional growth, well-being, and success.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply by completing the online Job Application form below: https://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/

Applications submitted via SEEK’s ‘apply for job’ button will not be considered.

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact HVGS Early Learning Centre’s Acting Director, Kirby Lantry on (02) 4931 0743 or [email protected].

Applications close: 24 August 2025.

Hunter Valley Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

HVGS is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must have a current Employee Working with Children Check.