" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eEducator (Mat Leave Cover)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14235\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14236\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14237\"\u003e NSW Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14238\"\u003e Part-time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 23/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eBring your ideas, build your skills and feel supported by your team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbove award pay\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaternity leave cover until 5 June 2027, with the possibility of staying on\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOne Tree Defence Childcare \u0026ndash; Tingira\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c/strong\u003eNowra, NSW\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition: \u003c/strong\u003eEducator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHours: \u003c/strong\u003ePart-time \u0026ndash; 30 hours per week\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContract: \u003c/strong\u003eMaternity leave cover until 5 June 2027, with the possibility of continued employment, subject to available opportunities\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHourly rate: $30.69 - $37.80\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMake meaningful connections and grow your career at Tingira\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Join One Tree Tingira as an Educator and become part of a caring team supporting Defence children and families. This maternity leave opportunity offers 30 hours per week to build your experience, share your ideas and make a difference in children\u0026rsquo;s everyday lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy you\u0026rsquo;ll love working at Tingira\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Part-time hours \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Work 30 hours per week while continuing to build your early childhood career\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Support around you \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Work alongside Room Leaders and a Management team who offer guidance and help you settle in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Professional development \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Grow your skills through training, mentoring and learning from experienced colleagues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; A place for your ideas \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Bring your interests and creativity to experiences that spark children\u0026rsquo;s curiosity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Potential to stay on \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e There may be opportunities to continue with One Tree after your contract, depending on available positions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Meaningful work \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Help Defence children and families feel connected, supported and part of a welcoming community\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Enjoy the Shoalhaven \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Explore Bens Walk and the views across the Shoalhaven River from Hanging Rock in your time outside work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout our service\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Located on Bedford Street at HMAS Albatross in Nowra, One Tree Tingira provides early learning and care for children and families within the Defence community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For families navigating postings, deployments and time apart, a familiar face and a warm welcome can mean a lot. You\u0026rsquo;ll help create a place where children feel safe, build friendships and grow in confidence, while families feel heard and supported.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e From helping a child settle into their morning to celebrating a new discovery, the little moments you share will make each day meaningful. You\u0026rsquo;ll work alongside colleagues who care about children, families and each other, with opportunities to contribute your ideas and learn along the way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Outside work, the Nowra area offers riverside scenery and bushland walks to explore, giving you plenty of ways to enjoy the community around you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout your role\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working\u003cstrong\u003e 30 hours per week,\u003c/strong\u003e you\u0026rsquo;ll support the team during a period of maternity leave, with your contract running until 5 June 2027.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Alongside your Room Leader and fellow educators, you\u0026rsquo;ll contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive program that reflects children\u0026rsquo;s interests, strengths and individual learning goals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll help plan engaging experiences, contribute observations and documentation, and support daily routines with care. Through play and everyday interactions, you\u0026rsquo;ll encourage children\u0026rsquo;s curiosity, independence and sense of belonging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0026rsquo;ll also build positive relationships with families, sharing meaningful updates and welcoming their knowledge of their child. Clear communication and teamwork will help maintain consistent care throughout your time with the service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e There may be an opportunity to stay with One Tree after the maternity leave contract ends, subject to available positions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bring your can-do attitude and commitment to One Tree Community Services\u0026rsquo; spirit, purpose and values. We\u0026rsquo;ll bring the support and opportunities to help you thrive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0026rsquo;ll bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience within early childhood education and care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence contributing to programming, observations and children\u0026rsquo;s individual learning goals\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA commitment to child safety, active supervision and inclusive practice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA warm, reliable and collaborative approach to your work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvailability to work 30 hours per week across the agreed roster until 5 June 2027\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent NSW Working with Children Check and Police Clearance\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIf this sounds like you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease send us a cover letter along with your updated resume to apply for this amazing opportunity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWebsite: \u003cstrong\u003ewww.onetree.org.au\u003c/strong\u003e for more information.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eOne Tree is committed to equal opportunity, child safety and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eOur organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4480980\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "