About This Role
Only About Children McDowall - Early Childhood Teacher
Are you a passionate Early Childhood Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives? Join Only About Children and be part of a supportive, values-driven team dedicated to delivering exceptional education and care. As an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality early learning experiences that support each child's development, wellbeing, and school readiness. You'll create a nurturing, engaging environment while building strong, lasting relationships with children, families, and your team. You will also contribute to the implementation of our curriculum, support quality improvement initiatives, and help foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning across the campus.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and development of every child
- Deliver high-quality educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework
- Create meaningful, engaging interactions that support lifelong learning
- Document children's learning and development using digital platforms
- Mentor and support team members in delivering quality practice
- Build strong, respectful partnerships with families
- Communicate effectively about children's progress and development
About You
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching/Education
- A valid VIT registration & WWCC
- Minimum 1 year experience in an early childhood teaching role (3-5YO)
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework
- A commitment to child safe standards and implementing child-safe practices
Why Join Us?
- Wellbeing Leave: Enjoy two days of wellbeing leave each year, along with additional leave options
- ECT Leave: Benefit from 6 weeks of annual leave + 5 days of PD leave each year
- Career Development: Opportunities to explore internal career opporunities
- OAC Grow Curriculum: Tailored curriculum to support your practices
- Milestone Celebrations: Recognising your service at 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10+ years with special celebrations
- Ongoing Learning: Continuous access to online learning through our OAC Academy
- Competitive Compensation: Receive an above-award salary
- Childcare Discounts: Benefit from a 50% discount on childcare for parents and grandparents
- Employee Referral Bonus: Earn up to $2,500 for referring new employees (t&c apply)
Apply Today!
At Only About Children we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and we want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community, particularly those who identify as Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.
At Only About Children (OAC), every child's safety, wellbeing, and protection is our highest priority. We have an unwavering committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels safe and valued. All employees are required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check before beginning employment. Additionally, throughout the recruitment process, we conduct thorough assessments to ensure the suitability of all candidates for working with children
