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Early Childhood Educator – Busy Bees at Heritage Parc (Rutherford, NSW) Salary: $28.98–$34.83 per hour | Role: Full-time (Permanent & Casual opportunities) Join our Hive at Busy Bees at Heritage Parc! We’re a beautiful, 94-place service in the heart of Heritage Parc on Grand Parade. Our approach centres on respectful relationships, discovery and exploration—creating nurturing, engaging learning environments for every child. The opportunity As an Early Childhood Educator, you’ll: Create warm, inclusive spaces that support each child’s wellbeing and belonging Plan and implement age-appropriate, play-based programs aligned to learning outcomes Observe, assess and document children’s progress Build strong, respectful partnerships with families and colleagues Ensure high-quality care, safety and compliance every day Why you’ll love Busy Bees 🐝 Above-award hourly rates and genuine work–life balance 10% ECEC Retention Payment recognising your dedication Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation Generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff Growth with a global leader—Busy Bees training platform & leadership pathways Supportive, inclusive team and caring management Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support Global Talent Exchange Program and national networking opportunities Flexible hours available for Casual Educators What you’ll bring Essential Qualifications Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) Current Working With Children Check (NSW) or ability to obtain First Aid (including asthma & anaphylaxis) Essential Skills & Attributes Commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment Understanding of developmental milestones across age groups Ability to design, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate programs Strong written and verbal communication skills Collaborative team player; adaptable and proactive Desirable Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Understanding of National Quality Standards and assessment processes Cultural responsiveness and family-centred practice Confidence using digital tools to document learning Previous experience as an Educator/Assistant Educator/Childcare Assistant If you’re not an exact match—we still encourage you to apply! Apply now Click Apply Now to submit your resume. You’ll be directed to our internal application portal—please create an account to commence your application. Have a Bee-autiful day! 🐝 Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire. Whether you're embarking on the exciting journey of your early educational career or striving to advance to the next level, Busy Bees presents an ideal opportunity for you! We're actively searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who possess an authentic passion for Early Childhood Education and the well-being of children, to fill a variety of roles across our Services and Support Office. Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might possess creativity, nurturance, a focus on tasks, or a knack for problem-solving. However, at its core, your affinity for Early Childhood Education arises from a profound devotion to nurturing the educational growth of the youngest members within our communities. This resonates deeply with us, as our mission is to give every child the best start in life. We are driven to gather people who care deeply about quality and we empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our children. We value each member of our team and know that by supporting you in your journey you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs.