Job Overview & Organization Mission

Design Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool inquiry projects, natural loose-parts exploration, and school transition readiness programs.

Guardian Childcare & Education is recruiting an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) for our state-of-the-art CBD centre on Pitt Street, Sydney. You will lead our 4-5 year old preschool room, crafting open-ended inquiry projects that foster creativity, emotional resilience, and cognitive readiness for primary school.

As a key member of the team at Guardian Childcare & Education in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Design and: Design and document holistic child-led learning curricula guided by Reggio Emilia philosophy and EYLF V2.0.
• Implement school: Implement school transition readiness programs developing early literacy, numeracy, and executive functioning skills.
• Maintain rich: Maintain rich pedagogical documentation and individual learning portfolios shared with families via Storypark.
• Establish inviting: Establish inviting natural learning spaces utilizing loose parts and sensory exploration.
• Mentor room: Mentor room educators in reflective teaching practices.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Guardian Childcare & Education, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Recognized) & NESA Registration.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 2-5 Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent ACECQA-approved degree.
• Current NESA accreditation (Provisional or Proficient Teacher).
• Current NSW Working with Children Check and ACECQA-approved First Aid certification.
• Enthusiasm for child-directed, play-based learning environments.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Guardian Childcare & Education, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$85,000 – AU$98,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Above-award salary $85,000 – $98,000 + 11.5% super + sign-on retention bonus.
• Generous childcare fee discounts up to 50% for your own children.
• Dedicated weekly off-the-floor programming time and paid professional development.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Guardian Childcare & Education

Guardian Childcare & Education operates over 160 modern centres across Australia, delivering high-quality Reggio-inspired learning.

Guardian Childcare & Education is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Guardian Childcare & Education careers gateway.