Who We Are

Gumnut Gardens is a high-quality, community-focused early learning centre where genuine care forms the foundation of everything we do. Driven by a hands-on owners who are deeply passionate about excellence, we maintain an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our children and families. Our Moore Park service is intentionally boutique, allowing our team to form authentic, lasting connections with every child, family, and colleague. We take pride in delivering an exceptional standard of education within a supportive and collaborative professional environment.

Our Commitment to Child Safety & Safe Recruitment

Gumnut Gardens maintains a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and neglect. We strictly adhere to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, the NSW Child Safe Standards, and mandatory reporting legislation.

In compliance with the Regulation 168 child-safe recruitment laws, our robust screening process requires all applicants to clear extensive background checks before hire. This includes official online validation of your Working with Children Check (WWCC), verification of ACECQA-approved qualifications, standard NQA ITS suitability checks, and structured scenario-based child safety interview questions. We also conduct mandatory, targeted verbal reference checks with previous employers regarding past conduct and integrity to ensure a secure environment for our children.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, professional Nursery Room Educator to join our cohesive team on a permanent, full-time basis. In this role, you will provide high-quality, responsive care for our infants and toddlers, creating a secure environment that fosters early discovery and development. You will work closely with families to build strong partnerships based on trust and clear communication.

From your first day, you will be paired with an experienced mentor and backed by a management team genuinely invested in your career progression. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your curriculum skills, as you will jointly design and implement our educational programming under the direct guidance of your mentor.

Key Responsibilities

• Child Protection & Safety: Actively advocate for child safety by monitoring, identifying, and reporting any concerns in line with mandatory reporting requirements.

• Supervision Excellence: Maintain rigorous supervision of infants and toddlers during all play, learning, routine, and sleep periods.

• Responsive Care: Deliver high-quality care during routines, including feeds, nappy changes, and rest periods, following strict safety protocols.

• Collaborative Programming: Jointly design and implement intentional, play-based learning experiences under your mentor's guidance.

• Documentation: Observe and document children's progress, celebrating individual milestones and learning dispositions.

• Family Partnerships: Build professional, trusting relationships with parents and guardians through daily engagement.

• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with room colleagues to maintain a safe, organised, and positive environment.

Selection Criteria

• Experience Requirement: Minimum of 2 years of professional working experience in an early childhood setting is essential.

• Leadership Experience: Prior experience in a Room Leader or leadership capacity is highly considered.

• Qualifications: A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent qualification recognized by ACECQA.

• Compliance & Safety: Current Child Protection training, First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training, alongside a verified Working with Children Check (WWCC).

• Child Safe Knowledge: A strong understanding of contemporary child-safe practices and familiarity with the NSW Child Safe Standards.

• Collaborative Mindset: A strong team player who supports colleagues and values clear, open professional communication.

• Curriculum Knowledge: A sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).

• Full work right in Australia with no restriction

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Remuneration: An attractive salary package that reflects your qualifications, skills, and industry experience.

• Mandatory Training Support: Paid time to complete the mandatory national child safety training via the Geccko platform.

• Structured Mentorship: Access to a dedicated mentor focused on your long-term professional development.

• Leadership Support: A proactive management team that recognizes your dedication and supports your career goals.

• Professional Development: Ongoing funded training opportunities to continually refine and expand your practice.

• Workplace Culture: A professional, respectful, and inclusive working environment with strong team morale.

If you're excited about a role that genuinely values children's best outcomes and aligns with strong educational principles, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Please send your resume to:
sas••@gumnutgardens.com.au