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Diploma Educator

Careers at Council, Orange, CA, United States


About Orange City Council
Orange City Council is a Child Safe Organisation committed to respecting and protecting children and young people. We value their voices and views and take proactive steps to ensure their safety and wellbeing at all times. With around 800 employees, we are proud to be both for and part of the Orange community, working together to make a positive contribution to our region and to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Yarrawong Preschool and Early Education Centre
Yarrawong Preschool and Early Education Centre is a unique childcare service offering nurturing personal care, child and family focused programs including pre‑school, delivered by a passionate, dedicated, long‑standing team. Focusing on the needs of the child through constructive play experiences, designed to build a foundation for success and confidence in life, Yarrawong P.E.E.C. believes in developing a sense of belonging and has a holistic view of childcare, considering Yarrawong an extension of family life. Smaller in size, each child receives the special attention and personal care they deserve. They offer a comprehensive pre‑school program which gives children continuity right up to school.

As part of the Yarrawong team you will be responsible for providing a safe, stimulating, healthy and caring education and care service which fosters and maximises each child’s individual development potential. A full list of job responsibilities can be found in the position description.

What can we offer?

50% Off Childcare Gap Fee at Council Services (after CCS has been applied)

Time off across the Christmas/New Year period of at least 2 weeks

Paid staff meetings

Free access to EAP services for you and your family for mental health support

Health and wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family

A range of in‑house and external training opportunities

Professional career development opportunities

Salary packaging available including novated leasing

Uniform allowance

Requirements

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent

Working with Children Check clearance

Current First Aid Certificate - Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting

National Child Safety Training on Geccko, or ability to obtain before starting

Demonstrated experience working in accordance with the National Quality Framework in providing an education and care service

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong creativity and problem solving skills

Excellent organisational and planning skills, being able to work to deadlines and set priorities

Demonstrated ability to work and contribute as part of a team

Position Details
Location: Orange, New South Wales

Weekly hours: 38 (flexible working arrangements including rostered days off available).

Weekly salary: $1,390.09 – $1,515.20 (plus superannuation).

This is a temporary position due to parental leave, due to end 24 December 2027.

Applications close Sunday 3 May 2026.

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