Team Leader and Casual Educators

About us

Mackinnon Parade Children's Centre Inc. is a 75 place community-based service located in North Adelaide opposite the University Oval and Adelaide Zoo. We value our relationships with children, families, staff and the community and are proud of our natural environments and play-based approach to learning.

About the role

We are looking for a parental leave contract (November 2026-January 2028 with the potential for permanency for the right person) for a Team Leader for our Monkeys (1-2 year) room. This is a great opportunity for educators who are energetic, passionate and have experience in early childhood education and care to make a difference in the lives of our young children. Our educators are key in developing and delivering high-quality educational programs for our children and families. You will bring your existing experience in early childhood education and care and be supported by an experienced leadership team to contribute to our wonderful learning environment and curriculums.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality educational programs for children and families
• Build genuine, professional and positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Engage with children, families and staff through great communication
• Manage multiple tasks and competing priorities

About you

• Experience in building genuine, professional and positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Understanding of and experience with the Early Years Learning Framework, relevant to the role
• Great communication skills to engage with children, families and staff
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Excitement and commitment in delivering high quality programs and services
• Highly motivated with strong initiative, whilst being professional and proactive
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Geccko child safety training modules 1-4
• Current ACECQA-approved First Aid (including CPR), Anaphylaxis Management and Asthma Management certificates (or willingness to obtain)

What we offer:

• 6 weeks paid leave (inclusive 2 weeks paid leave over our centre Christmas closure) - permanent educators.
• Above award pay
• 50% discount on early education and childcare fees for your own children
• High staff-child ratios
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Flexible shifts, with a focus on work/life balance & a fun, friendly atmosphere
• Additional planning time in all rooms

Casual positions also available

This is a great opportunity for educator's who are energetic, passionate and have experience in early childhood education and care to make a difference in the lives of our young children.

Our educators are key in developing and delivering high-quality educational programs for our children and families. You will bring your existing experience in early childhood education and care and be supported by an experienced leadership team to contribute to our wonderful learning environment and curriculums.

Flexible Hours (looking for those holding either a Diploma or Cert III)

• Experience in building genuine, professional, and positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• A strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and how it applies to your role
• Excellent communication skills to engage with children, families, and colleagues
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to competing priorities
• Commitment and enthusiasm for delivering high-quality programs and services
• Initiative, motivation, and a proactive, professional approach

Here at Mackinnon Parade Children's Centre, we invest in you, empower you and support you to be your very best for our children and families, if this is what you are looking for, we might be the perfect fit!

To apply, submit a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position along with your current resume.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Natasha or Rachel on (08) •••• •270 or ••••@mackinnonchild.org