Macquarie University

PRIMARY DETAIL

• Appointment Type: 1 full-time, continuing position at Banksia and 1 part-time, fixed-term position until December 2025 at Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre
• Location: Based at Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde

THE ROLE

We are seeking passionate Early Childhood Teachers to join Banksia Cottage and Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre, two of our Early Learning Centres operating at Macquarie University.

We have two exciting opportunities:

• 1 full-time, ongoing ECT at Banksia Cottage
• 1 part-time (2 days a week), fixed-term ECT until December 2025 at Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre.

Reporting to the Centre Manager, you will be an advocate for children, believe in the value of quality early education and relationships, and enjoy collaborating within a 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
• 25% discount at Campus Life outlets on campus

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, evaluate the educational program, including developmental records,
• Demonstrate a knowledge of child development,
• Foster respectful and positive interactions with children and families,
• Collaborate positively and respectfully with a large, diverse team,
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality Standards
• Support and contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives,
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement,
• Supervise a small team and manage team performance with support from the Centre Manager,
• Undertake Responsible Person and/or Room Leader roles as required, and
• Follow approved policies and procedures to help keep children safe (child protection, supervision, health and wellbeing).

Essential qualifications and requirements

• ACECQA approved Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Current NESA Accreditation
• Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
• Working with Children Check
• Approved Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk of Harm qualification
• Computer literacy (e.g. Office 365)
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia
• Previous experience working with children aged 0-5 years is desirable
• You share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words.

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.

HOW TO APPLY

If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team orientated organisation is something you are passionate about, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, you must submit your resume and a cover letter indicating the centre(s) you are applying for and how you meet the Key Responsibilities and Essential Requirements above. Please ensure your resume clearly outlines your relevant qualifications, certificates and clearances in the resume.

For role-specific enquiries:

• BankSia Cottage: Contact Marina Galstyan on 9850 7781
• Mia Mia Child and Family Study Centre: Contact Meredith Chan on 9850 9880

General Recruitment Enquiries: Please contact Mirna Alaaiddin, Talent Acquisition Officer at mirna.alaaiddin@mq.edu.au

If you require support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at 11:59 pm (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:

14/05/2025 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion

Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.

We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.

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, explore our Candidate Resource Hub.