Share your skills in cooking Healthy Food at our centre!

About our Centre 

Welcome to Kids Academy Phillip! We're passionate about educating our children to know the importance and benefits of healthy choices and nutritious meals. We are a 90 place centre now on the lookout for our next Cook to join our fun loving team!   

The role

• This role enables you to play an active part in creating healthy menus
• This is a full-time role with 37.5 hours per week
• You’ll have access to a national network of centre cooks who regularly share recipes, questions, ideas and tips!
• You’ll also be encouraged to utilise the amazing feed Australia program – a free program enabling cooks to plan, budget and access healthy menus to enable children’s growth and development while in child care.

About you

• Efficient and capable cook
• Able to prepare, implement and evaluate the nutritional content of menus for children of all ages
• Experienced in bulk meal preparation, online ordering, stock management and budget control
• Strict about complying with relevant food safety and hygiene regulations and standards
• Able to cater for individual child requirements including allergies, specific dietary requirements and needs
• Keen to participate in the early educational opportunities of teaching children about healthy food by sharing in lessons and family events

You already have

• Current Food Safety and Handlers (Health and Community) Certificate
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery / equivalent (desirable)
• Experience in an early childhood setting
• Reliable transport to and from our centre
• Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) and resuscitation certificate

Why work for Affinity:

• If you’re looking for a values-led organization with incredible people making a genuine difference.
• Our mission is to realise the potential in everyone – from children to educators, from managers to our vibrant centre support office team.
• To be sure, our portfolio of centres is growing about as fast as the little people in our care, we are focused on delivering a lifelong learning approach resulting in quality early education and care.

Our Safety Commitment 

At Affinity Education, we believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. 

 Affinity Advantages 

• A Permanent role working for one of Australia’s largest childcare groups 
• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day 
• 30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First 
• Training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential – up to 80% of our promotions are from internal promotions! 
• Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses  
• Pedagogical support from Dr Lesley Jones and her Education Advisor Team 
• Dedicated Centre Support Office including Operations and Quality team to help your centre meet business, compliance and education goals 
• Career progression opportunities to work towards a management role e.g.  Centre Manager/ Area Manager/ Quality Advisor 
• Scholarships for Masters in Early Childhood Education.  
• Wellbeing initiatives with our Australia wide partners including TELUS Health 
• Partner discounts with over 100 different retailers 
• Insurance benefits via Bupa 

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.  

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now! 

Position: Nominated Supervisor

Coast Community Preschool (CCP), a key ministry of Coast Community Church, operates two not-for-profit centres on the Central Coast of NSW. Our vision is to provide children and families with a "foundation for life" by helping them discover their unique identity and build confidence in our Creator God.

Our Berkeley Vale location is a 30-place long day care centre, providing nurturing and quality care in early childhood education for children aged 2 to 6 years.

• A full-time Nominated Supervisor

Vision: Foundation for Life
Mission: Helping children discover their uniqueness by building confidence in their Creator.

Our Values:

• Grace – Forgiveness, kindness, belonging

• Growth – Exploring, learning, becoming

• Generosity – Giving, sharing, helping

• Genuineness – Being real, confident, truthful

• Gratitude – Thankful, joyful, positive

We are looking for someone who is a committed and compassionate leader, someone that shares our heart for families and our passion for seeing children thrive. As a small Christian service, it’s important to us that our team is led by someone with a strong Christian faith. Someone that inspires, equips, and encourages both the families in our care and the team they'll be leading.

We’re seeking someone who can confidently support and guide a small, dedicated team, while also working collaboratively alongside our Operations Manager. Someone who builds authentic relationships, leads with humility and integrity, and brings encouragement rooted in faith to everything they do.

• A Diploma or ECT qualification

• A current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Current Senior First Aid (desirable but not essential)

• Approved training in anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management (desirable but not essential)

• Leadership Role – Lead and support a small, dedicated team.

• Faith-Based Position – Requires a strong faith and a love for Jesus.

• Family-Focused Environment – Build genuine connections with children and their families.

• Collaborative Work – Work alongside our Operations Manager to guide the service.

• Values-Driven – Lead with integrity, humility, and a heart aligned with our mission and values.

Are you passionate about early childhood education, love working in a team and excited to share your faith in Jesus? At Coast Community Preschool, you won’t just be filling a role, you’ll be shaping lives. Join a warm, purpose-driven team where your gifts are valued, your faith can flourish, and every day brings the joy of helping children discover their uniqueness and build confidence in their Creator. Whether you’ve been a Nominated Supervisor for a few years or a few decades, this is your opportunity to be part of something truly significant.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Bree Coombs
Coast Community Preschool

Operations Manager

Division: Community & Recreation

Business Unit: Early Learning

Title: Early Childhood Educator (Diploma), Temporary - Full-time Role, 38 hours per week

Salary Range: $74,312.8 to $86,363.83 per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)

Northern Beaches Council has successfully secured Retention Grant funding to support wage increases for eligible early childhood education positions. For the duration of thus funding, the adjusted salary range will be $80,907.93  to $93,106.09.

Who we are:

As one of the largest providers of not for profit Early Childhood Education on the Northern Beaches, we are always looking for quality people to join our team.

Why?

Quite simply, because we always have people on the move, we operate 7 long day care centres and 2 preschools, couple that with a belief in developing our people and giving them opportunities to grow, and we’ve always got opportunities to add to our team.

We focus on understanding the needs of our local community and providing quality education and care for children.  All our services Exceed or Meet the National Quality Standard. https://www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/services/children/childcare

Join us and you’ll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.

Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone’s business.

Working with us:

Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees’ lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development. In this role you’ll enjoy additional benefits relating to Children’s Services as well as -
• Employee wellness program and a range of lifestyle benefits 
• Dedicated programming time
• Most Centres have nearby parking &/or public transport 
• Professional development and training opportunities 

Our opportunity:
The key focus areas of this role include: 
1) Develop, plan, and implement a quality program that reflects the Early Years Learning Framework.
2) Contribute to the effective delivery of Early learning Services by supporting colleagues, sharing ideas and information, and working collaboratively.
3) Create a stimulating environment to foster & support children's development.
4) Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, educators and the community.

About you:
We’re looking for self-motivated and appropriately skilled people to join our Early Learning team.  You’ll bring enthusiasm and creativity to a team passionate about making a difference to our community.

Additional Information:

• Position Description

• What happens next? We’ll contact within 3 or 4 days to chat about your application

• Questions? Please call the Hiring Manager: Emma Davies - 02 8495 6683

Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.

If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on (02) 8495 5070.

Leads Educator – Harmony Early Education Ripley

Ready to make a real impact? At Harmony Ripley, we believe every child is confident, capable, and full of wonder. Join a passionate team, work in stunning state-of-the-art facilities, and help shape a love of learning every day.

Why You Will Love Harmony:

• 75% off childcare fees
• Up to $3,000 referral bonuses
• 10% retention payment on top of Award wage
• Discounts at over 500 retailers through our benefits platform
• Extensive professional development through Harmony Academy
• Fun team events and wellness support

About the Role:

As an Lead Educator, you will work alongside families and a passionate team to support every child’s early education. You will respect and nurture each child's voice and individuality.

About You:

• Diploma, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or studying towards it
• A true belief in the capabilities of children
• A collaborator who values families as partners in learning

Why Ripley

Harmony Ripley is a 190-place centre in the rapidly growing Ripley Valley, offering a vibrant, family-friendly environment. Surrounded by lush parks, community events, and natural beauty, it’s a peaceful haven that supports both children's growth and a healthy work-life balance.

Ready to Join Us?
Click Apply now.

Learn more at www.harmonylearning.com.au.

Looking for a Newly Qualified/Qualified ECT!🦒 Are you passionate about helping young minds grow and achieve their full potential? Are you dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for children to thrive in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Giraffe Early Learning Centre. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our little ones by implementing engaging educational programs and fostering a love for learning. 

We are looking for a Qualified ECT teacher to help lead the program in our Preschool room. You must have knowledge of implementng the Framework, excellent written documentation regarding children's learning and sound knowledge of Child Development. 

Come and work flexible hours with a dream team! Loads of benefits and paid Professional Development to expand your knowledge about Children.

• Lead assessment and curriculum mapping initiatives within a single faculty, providing senior leaders (e.g., Deans of Learning and Teaching, Directors of Learning and Teaching, and course leaders) with key information to support future strategic decisions.
• Champion innovative approaches to assessment and curriculum design, driving continuous improvement in line with educational objectives.
• Facilitate collaborative workshops with faculty senior leaders to address key changes in educational design, including the redesign of course and unit learning outcomes, assessment strategies, and curriculum structure.
• Analyse current course mapping processes, including assessment types, retention rates, and student satisfaction, to provide evidence-based recommendations for curriculum and assessment redesign.

• A doctoral qualification in relevant discipline (or equivalent accreditation and professional standing for Teaching Focused Clinical Professional role).
• Proven expertise in innovative assessment and curriculum design.
• Strong understanding of key educational theories, including constructive alignment, universal design for learning principles, and assessment validity.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, including in challenging environments.
• Skilled in analysing educational data, such as course enrolment, retention rates, and assessment mapping at the course level.
• Proven experience in designing innovative higher education courses and units, utilising educational technologies and/or Generative AI tools.

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

• CV
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• A document addressing the selection criteria in the advertisement

The Team

St Marys District School (SMDS) is a rural school, enrolling students from a large catchment area centred around St Marys, including the Fingal Valley and East Coast.  It is a family friendly school that caters for students from Birth through to Grade 12. The school encourages students to set high goals for themselves and to strive for excellence.  It is committed to working with students and their families to achieve the best educational outcomes for all.

About the Role

To assist the Principal in the general educational leadership, management and administration of a school or college.

We are offering:

• Ongoing - start date of 2 February 2026
• 70 hours per fortnight
• Eleven (11) weeks recreation leave + accrued sick/carers leave
• We are a child-safe organisation
• Pathways to grow your career

Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals!

Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for:

Essential

• A registered teacher with full registration within the meaning of the Teachers Registration Act 2000.
• Qualifications as established by the Tasmanian Industrial Commission in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award, 2005.
• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment

Desirable

• Four years or more training as defined in the Teaching Service (Tasmanian Public Sector) Award 2005

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

How to apply 

Applications should include:

• a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
• a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
• The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.

For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

For more information

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Carolyn Watson
Title: Principal - St Marys District School
Phone: 03 6372 3900
Email: carolyn.watson@decyp.tas.gov.au 

Should you have any difficulties applying for this vacancy online, please contact the Recruitment team via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

About DECYP

Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.

We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.

The Team

Wellbeing means that children and students feel loved and safe, they are healthy, they have access to material basics, they are learning and participating, and they have a positive sense of culture and identity. Learners with higher levels of wellbeing are eager to learn and better able to participate, which can lead to higher rates of engagement and attendance and improved overall performance. A strong sense of wellbeing enables learners to explore, experiment and engage actively in their learning environment with the confidence to take advantage of new opportunities.

About the Role

Work in schools as a member of a multi-disciplinary Learning Service Support Team to provide a social work service which supports students and families. In particular provide support within the assigned network of schools in relation to child well-being and support for children in relation to issues of child protection. Contribute to capacity building of school communities to improve access, participation and achievement of students.
Provide high level advice to the Department about specific school social work duties and undertake leadership in the form of supervision or leading best practice within the Social Work team or in the school context as required, as directed by the senior and/or Supervisor.

We are offering

• Ongoing - ASAP Start date
• 76 hours per fortnight
• We are a child-safe organisation
• Pathways to grow your career

Fitness Passport provides DECYP employees with discounted access to 50+ facilities across the state, helping you and your family meet your fitness goals!

Wellbeing Connect is DECYP’s pathway to free confidential counselling services. Wellbeing Connect isn’t just for when things get tough. It’s designed to support your wellbeing every day – helping you to stay on track, build healthy habits, and access expert advice across a range of areas important for your overall wellbeing

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

Essential

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
• Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and is a full member of AASW or is eligible for membership with the AASW.
• A current driver's licence.

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

How to apply 

Applications should include:

• a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
• a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
• The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the 26 October 2025.

More information

For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Chris Mason
Title: Investigator, Safe Families Coordination Unit
Phone: 0420 428 128
Email: chris.mason@decyp.tas.gov.au

About DECYP

Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.

We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.

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• 4x4 Suspension and GVM upgrades

• Performance vehicle lowering and coilovers

• 2wd and 4wd brake upgrades

• Fault diagnosis

• Wheel alignment

• General repairs and replacement of suspension, steering and brake components

The ideal candidate will have;

• Full manual drivers licence

• Experience in our area of specialty or a strong desire to specialise in this area

• Positive and outgoing attitude with a willingness to work in partnership with a small team of dedicated individuals