Early Childhood Teacher - 2026

Early Childhood Teacher

Degree Required – Full Time

The College is seeking to appoint an energetic and gifted full-time Early Childhood Teacher to join our team of committed and passionate professionals.

About Norwest :

Location: Riverstone NSW

Norwest Christian College is an independent, co-educational P-12 school located in the growing north-west sector of Sydney. With the mission of Building Purposeful Lives, loving God, pursuing purpose, and building capacity, our community is focused on facilitating great learning, serving others, and ensuring that each young person experiences loving and caring relationships in a supportive pastoral environment.

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Your Role:

• Plan, implement, and evaluate a weekly program that reflects a sound knowledge of early childhood curriculum and the school’s BPL learning framework
• Provide high-quality and accurate documentation that supports practice, including contributing to the service’s Quality Improvement Plan and assessing learning outcomes for school reports
• Actively supervise children to ensure a safe learning environment, effective routine, and inclusive practices for all children

About You:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate at interview a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with that faith, including an active commitment to a Christian fellowship, as well as the following skills and experience:

• a strong understanding of and commitment to Christian education and the Christian development of children;
• completed a Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care;
• Valid NESA registration (Early Childhood)
• able to lead and support a team of Educators through the planning cycle and documentation of children’s learning;
• a strong rapport with, empathy with, and understanding of young children;
• a comprehensive understanding of the ‘Early Years Learning Framework’
• qualifications required for Responsible Person appointment (current Child Protection and First Aid);
• minimum 2 years’ experience working in an Early Learning Centre;
• a willingness to support and help develop College culture and build the College community;
• outstanding interpersonal and communication skills;
• a collaborative approach and the capacity to be an active team member;
• a comprehensive understanding of the needs and differences of children; and
• the capacity to develop programmes that differentiate learning opportunities for children.

We offer:

• Work within a faith-based environment and contribute to the spiritual growth of students.
• Access to ongoing professional development training.
• Be part of a supportive work environment that values the well-being of its staff.
• Competitive remuneration & benefits, including flexibility for salary sacrifice.
• Free Annual Flu Shots, First Aid, and CPR training
• Onsite parking

Guidelines for Application:

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be expected to provide a Working with Children Check clearance number or clearance letter.

Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants.

Applications close Monday, 17 November 2025. Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the application close date.