Early Childhood Teacher - Temporary

Upper Hunter Early Learning Centre - Scone 
Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week) – 12 months

The role:

Help shape the learning experiences of our youngest community members. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you’ll work alongside the Centre Coordinator to lead the curriculum and day-to-day activities of our preschool-aged group, creating engaging opportunities that encourage children to learn, explore and develop. You’ll be an active part of the Upper Hunter Early Learning Centre team, working collaboratively to provide a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

What’s on offer:

As a valued member of our team, you will receive the following benefits:

-$1619.50 - $1813.80 + 12% super and the opportunity for salary progression
- Generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
- On the job training by a well-established, values driven and supportive team
- Work-life balance working Monday to Friday (no weekend work)
- An opportunity to make a difference to the next generation.

What we need from you:

• An approved degree qualification in Early Childhood Education, or an equivalent recognised qualification. 
• Current NESA accreditation. 
• A strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices for children aged 0–6 years. 
• A sound working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, with the ability to apply it to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences. 
• A commitment to providing high-quality, inclusive early childhood education and care that supports every child’s learning, development and wellbeing.

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date: Tuesday 8 September 2026

Job Description: To view the Job Description for this position please click here

Enquiries and Further Information

Give Shannon Moore, ELC Coordinator, a call on 02 6540 1345 or e-mail [email protected] to discuss this opportunity. 

How to Apply

All applications are to be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website – www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via [email protected] or 02 65401100 to discuss.