Diploma Educator

PRIMARY DETAIL

• $75,262 per annum, plus 12% superannuation contribution and annual leave loading
• Full-time, continuing position
• Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

We're looking for educators who are advocates for children, value quality early education, and are eager to collaborate within a supportive and inclusive team environment.

As a Diploma Educator at Campus Life, you'll be part of a dynamic community that celebrates childhood as a valuable and unique time. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to fostering curiosity, creativity, and connection in children from their earliest years. With access to university spaces, collaborative partnerships with the Macquarie School of Education, and a genuine commitment to professional growth.

About the Role

Reporting to the Room Leader, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality education and care programs at either Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre or Gumnut Cottage, two of the four Early Learning Centres operating at Macquarie University. Your key responsibilities consist of:

• Contributing to the educational program, including developmental records
• Interacting respectfully and positively with children and families
• Working positively, respectfully, and collaboratively with a large, diverse team
• Maintaining a current understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards
• Supporting and contributing to all diversity, equity, and inclusion activities
• Demonstrating a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
• Undertaking the Responsible Person and/or Room Leader roles as required
• Following approved policies and procedures to help keep children safe, including child protection, supervision, health, and wellbeing

About Us

U@MQ Ltd is a not-for-profit, controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life. It is located at Macquarie University's Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde. Campus Life has four early learning centres providing high-quality education to children from six weeks of age and one vacation care program for primary school-aged children.

Our play-based educational programs are built around supporting and encouraging a love for learning that involves curiosity, creativity, and innovation. As well as connecting with others, oneself, and the environment and supporting each child's dispositions for learning, wellbeing and celebrating the importance of childhood as a unique and valuable time.

We are committed to the safety of children and our people. We embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are and prioritise professional development. The successful candidate will share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in their actions and words.

About You (Selection Criteria)

You are a dedicated early childhood professional who is passionate about providing quality education and care for young children. You thrive in collaborative team environments, value inclusive practices, and are committed to continuous learning and growth.

• ACECQA approved Diploma in early childhood education
• Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
• Current Working with Children Check
• Food Handling Training
• Approved Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk of Harm qualification
• Computer literacy (e.g., Office 365)
• You share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words
• Experience working with children aged 0–5 years (Desirable)

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).

Kindly please note, all applicants must be legally authorised to work in Australia at the time of application and for the duration of their employment.

Applications Close
Applications will close on Tuesday 26th May at 11.00 PM (AEST), please note we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

Why Join Us?

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University:

• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Extensive training and professional development programs
• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
• Onsite vacation care during school holidays
• Discounted health insurance
• Membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics