Early Childhood Teacher at Macquarie Group

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

45.02

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Development, Educational Program Development, Team Supervision, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Child Protection Knowledge, Health and Wellbeing, Diversity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Critical Reflection, Office 365 Proficiency

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

PRIMARY DETAIL - Hourly rate from $45.02 p/h + super - High-quality centres on a vibrant university campus close to public transport - Extensive professional development opportunities - Free access to the gym and generous release time, paid staff meetings plus other benefits - Actively contribute to an inclusive, high-quality educational program, and build positive and respectful relationships with children, families, staff and the local community. THE ROLE We are seeking an Early Childhood Teacher for Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre, one of our four Early Learning Centres operating at Macquarie University. Full-time, fixed term until 23 December 2026 (Parental Leave Cover) Reporting to the Centre Manager, you will be an advocate for children, believe in quality early education and the value of relationships, and be willing to collaborate with the university community. In return you will enjoy competitive pay plus a range of salary packaging options and other benefits including: Education and professional development opportunities Paid lunch breaks with no requirement to remain on premises Paid staff meetings & generous release time Free access - Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre Additional paid concessional days Access to our staff wellbeing program, staff support services, & employee flu shot program Discounted corporate health insurance Bonus discounts and reward points at Campus Life outlets KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, implement, evaluate the educational program, including developmental records Demonstrate a knowledge of child development Interact respectfully and positively with children and families Work positively, respectfully, and collaboratively with a large, diverse team Maintain a current understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards Support and contribute to all diversity, equity, and inclusion activities Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement Supervise a small team and manage team performance with support from the Centre Manager Undertake the Responsible Person and/or Room Leader roles as required Follow approved policies and procedures to help keep children safe (child protection, supervision, health, and wellbeing) ABOUT US U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life. We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and contribute positively to our local communities. We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University. We believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment. We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are. At Campus Life you will benefit from being part of a dynamic and committed team. OUR VALUES At U@MQ, we live by our CARES values – Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment, and Support – and we look for team members who commit to bringing these to life in their actions and words. QUALIFICATIONS & REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS ACECQA approved Degree in early childhood education Current NESA Accreditation Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification Working with Children Check Food Handling training Approved Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk of Harm qualification Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Holds all qualifications and training specified as required for the role, Previous experience working with children aged 0-5 years, Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, evaluating and critically reflecting to provide high-quality, inclusive, educational programs, Proven understanding of child development and knowledge of appropriate strategies for interacting with young children, Demonstrated experience in effectively supervising children and maintaining a clean and safe environment, Experience in supervising a team, including ability to coach and develop staff, and providing feedback, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and model best practice and continuous improvement, Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, Sound understanding and knowledge of the regulations and laws related to early childhood (eg Child Protection, NQF, WHS), and Demonstrated computer literacy skills (e.g. Office 365) HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please apply online and submit your resume here. You do not need to submit a cover letter, but please be prepared to respond to questions at the interview related to the Selection Criteria and requirements listed above. General enquiries should be directed to Meredith Chan on 9850-9880. If you need any support or reasonable adjustments through this recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide the support you need. Applications Close: Sunday 11 January 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT) *** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs. Applications Close: 11/01/2026 11:59 PM A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Flexible Work At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page. Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

Responsibilities

The Early Childhood Teacher will develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs while maintaining positive relationships with children, families, and staff. They will also supervise a small team and ensure compliance with child protection and safety policies.