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Our new service is designed not only to support children’s learning and wellbeing, but to create an environment where educators feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Our program is grounded in the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF v2.0) and shaped by best practice approaches that honour each child, their family, and their community. The curriculum at ECTARC Clipper Road will be:

• Trauma‑informed, recognising the impact life experiences have on a child’s development, and ensuring predictable, nurturing, emotionally safe environments.
• Strengths‑based, celebrating each child’s unique abilities, interests, culture, and ways of being.
• Inclusive of all abilities, with seamless support for children who require additional assistance.
• Family‑centred, acknowledging families as partners, experts, and the child’s first teachers.
• Child‑led and inquiry/play‑based, encouraging curiosity, agency, and deep engagement in learning.
• Holistic, supporting all domains of development—social, emotional, physical, cognitive, communicative, and spiritual.
• Integrated, with educators and Allied Health Professionals working side‑by‑side to embed support within everyday routines and play.

What makes ECTARC Clipper Road unique is our embedded professional support model delivered in partnership with Noah’s Inclusion Services. This integrated, multidisciplinary approach ensures children, families, and educators receive high‑quality, wraparound support every day. We will have:

• Allied Health Professionals onsite working within the environment; not as visitors, but as part of the team.
• A dedicated Child and Family Practitioner to strengthen family partnerships, aligning goals and support strategies for the team around the child and help families navigate services.
• A collaborative team culture where knowledge is shared and learning is continuous.

This model removes barriers for families, ensures early identification and intervention, and builds educator confidence to support diverse developmental needs.

We believe that when educators feel supported, safe, and valued, children flourish. That’s why staff wellbeing sits at the forefront of all decision‑making. Educators will be supported through:

• Above the nationally required educator:child ratios
• Regular time off the floor for:
  • planning
  • documentation
  • reflection
  • mentoring
• A strong capacity‑building framework, with access to:
  • coaching and mentoring from Allied Health
  • professional learning tailored to educator goals
  • opportunities to complete further qualifications
• A culture that values:
  • collaboration
  • reflective practice
  • psychological safety
  • professional respect
• Daily structures that protect educator wellbeing and avoid burnout.

We know how incredible a life and career in regional NSW can be and we want to make that possibility easier for people and families considering the move. The Welcome Experience is a free service that helps essential workers to move into regional communities, providing the support they need to settle in and become one of the locals.

Find out how you can make the move today

nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

ECTARC Clipper Road are seeking an experienced educator who hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to work as part of a passionate and capable team who are committed to enriching the futures of young children. In collaboration with others you will plan and implement high-quality educational, innovative and inclusive programs, whilst also establishing relationships with families to ensure best outcomes for young children.

Joining ECTARC Clipper Road means being part of something new, meaningful, and thoughtfully designed. You’ll work within an extended, multidisciplinary team in a service where your knowledge and wellbeing matter, where your strengths are recognised, and where professional growth is woven into the fabric of the day.

An educator’s role is very rewarding, providing children with the best possible start for lifelong learning. You will be working with a dedicated team, families, and the local school and community, including a range of external stakeholders to provide optimum education and care outcomes for young children.

At ECTARC you will have access to professional development, networks, coaching and mentoring to support you grow professionally and lead to further career opportunities.

ECTARC is a community owned, not for profit organisation that has successfully managed education and care services in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven for over 40 years.

Our specialist early childhood knowledge, extensive experience in the sector and commitment to early education and care for children, families students and staff is why we are a respected leader across the communities we work in.

At ECTARC our vision for reconciliation is to deepen our understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and rights promoting an organisational culture of respect, equality, equity, and cultural safety.  We envisage an Australia where all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples participate equally in early childhood education and training to achieve best educational outcomes.

We are a Child Safe Organisation and an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, to apply for this position. The job offer will be subject to Working with Children Check, National Criminal Check and National Child Safety foundation level training.

Essential Criteria:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• A Working with Children Check clearance number
• Current approved first aid qualification for early education and care HLTAID012
• Completed an approved child protection Statement of Attainment
• Experience working in early childhood services
• Demonstrated ability to undertake the role of Responsible Person on Duty
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation
• Demonstrated high level of ethical and professional behaviour, including collaboration and confidentiality
• A commitment to practicing ECTARC values every day
• Strong commitment to you own professional learning

At ECTARC, we know that when our people thrive, so do the children and families we support. That’s why we offer more than just a job — we provide a career with purpose, support, and real benefits.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Above award pay conditions
• Work-life balance that works for you with family-friendly conditions
• Paid parental leave, including a 6-week top-up to the government scheme
• Extra time to recharge with an additional ECTARC leave day and up to 2–3 weeks closure over the end-of-year period
• Ongoing professional development, coaching and mentoring to help you grow and succeed
• Discounted fees for employees with children in our services
• A comprehensive wellness program, including free one-on-one health consultations, mental health support and webinars, flu vaccinations, and more
• A welcoming and inclusive culture where you feel valued every day
• Career pathways and progression opportunities across our services and head office.

If you’re ready to build a meaningful career in early childhood with an organisation that invests in you — we’d love to hear from you.

If you have any questions in regards to this position please call ECTARC on (02) 4223 1100 or email employment@ectarc.com.au.