Job Description
Western Sydney Local Health District
Reference number
REQ617638
Occupation
Early Childhood Education
Work type
Part-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary
$56,775.5 - $64,260
Closing date
08 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Child Care Worker
Remuneration: $29.77 - $33.70 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Westmeadow Child Care Centre
Be part of an inspiring organisation that values you and your unique contribution, working as part of a broader Education and Care Services Team in a supportive, inclusive, innovative workplace.
Our work based early education and care services are located onsite Westmead, Blacktown, and Mt Druitt Hospitals, providing responsive play-based programs, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, for children 0 - 5 years.
We are seeking a Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to fill a permanent part-time (24hrs p/w) vacancy at Westmeadow Child Care Centre, a 55 -place long day care service located at Westmead Hospital. Rostered shifts rotate across operational hours: 6.30am – 6.30pm, Monday to Friday.
This is an ideal opportunity for motivated candidate to take the next step in their career journey in a secure, Government sector role: to work in an organisation who values your experience and skills and will provide ongoing support for you to strengthen your professional knowledge and practice alongside a range of other benefits including:
NSW Health (State) Award Salary and Conditions.
A 60% gap fee discount for educators with children enrolled at the service.
Supportive management.
Scheduled curriculum planning and preparation time built into staff rosters.
Health and Well Being support and resources, including access to:
Resilience Building courses and support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Healthy Lifestyle programs including subsidised gym memberships for team members and their families.
Salary Packaging (including meals and entertainment).
Service closures during the Christmas to New Year period
An Annual Staff Development Day
Advance notice for rostered shifts
Hit the apply button now!
Application Process
Provide an up-to-date CV outlining your current role, professional experience, skills, and qualifications.
Provide two referees and their contact details. Referees will not be contacted without consultation with you. At least one referee must be your recent or current manager
Submit your response to two questions related to the essential criteria of the role.
Essential Criteria:
Qualification: A Diploma qualification which meets the criteria defined in Children’s Services Education and Care Services National Regulation 2011 and a pproved child protection qualification (Statement of Attainment)
Focus questions:
Describe how you incorporate and act out the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, in your day-to-day work.
Discuss how you would provide innovative and inclusive early childhood education and care, driven by quality practice, in your work as an educator.
Following the closing date, short listed candidates will be contacted to discuss their application.
Requisition ID: REQ617638
Applications Close: 8 February 2026
Need more information?
Discover more about the application process.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For more information or help with the application process, contact Lauren Rangi on lauren.rangi@health,nsw,gov,au or 02 8890 3355.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Reference number
REQ617638
Occupation
Early Childhood Education
Work type
Part-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary
$56,775.5 - $64,260
Closing date
08 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Child Care Worker
Remuneration: $29.77 - $33.70 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Westmeadow Child Care Centre
Be part of an inspiring organisation that values you and your unique contribution, working as part of a broader Education and Care Services Team in a supportive, inclusive, innovative workplace.
Our work based early education and care services are located onsite Westmead, Blacktown, and Mt Druitt Hospitals, providing responsive play-based programs, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, for children 0 - 5 years.
We are seeking a Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to fill a permanent part-time (24hrs p/w) vacancy at Westmeadow Child Care Centre, a 55 -place long day care service located at Westmead Hospital. Rostered shifts rotate across operational hours: 6.30am – 6.30pm, Monday to Friday.
This is an ideal opportunity for motivated candidate to take the next step in their career journey in a secure, Government sector role: to work in an organisation who values your experience and skills and will provide ongoing support for you to strengthen your professional knowledge and practice alongside a range of other benefits including:
NSW Health (State) Award Salary and Conditions.
A 60% gap fee discount for educators with children enrolled at the service.
Supportive management.
Scheduled curriculum planning and preparation time built into staff rosters.
Health and Well Being support and resources, including access to:
Resilience Building courses and support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Healthy Lifestyle programs including subsidised gym memberships for team members and their families.
Salary Packaging (including meals and entertainment).
Service closures during the Christmas to New Year period
An Annual Staff Development Day
Advance notice for rostered shifts
Hit the apply button now!
Application Process
Provide an up-to-date CV outlining your current role, professional experience, skills, and qualifications.
Provide two referees and their contact details. Referees will not be contacted without consultation with you. At least one referee must be your recent or current manager
Submit your response to two questions related to the essential criteria of the role.
Essential Criteria:
Qualification: A Diploma qualification which meets the criteria defined in Children’s Services Education and Care Services National Regulation 2011 and a pproved child protection qualification (Statement of Attainment)
Focus questions:
Describe how you incorporate and act out the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, in your day-to-day work.
Discuss how you would provide innovative and inclusive early childhood education and care, driven by quality practice, in your work as an educator.
Following the closing date, short listed candidates will be contacted to discuss their application.
Requisition ID: REQ617638
Applications Close: 8 February 2026
Need more information?
Discover more about the application process.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For more information or help with the application process, contact Lauren Rangi on lauren.rangi@health,nsw,gov,au or 02 8890 3355.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
