Empowered educators, thriving children

We know that when early childhood educators feel valued, supported, and inspired, children thrive. That's why we offer:

Benefits to support you to be your best

At Uniting, you're rewarded for your hard work

Professional development opportunities

Advance your career with hands-on training and development

A workplace where your expertise is valued

And we celebrate your impact

Early childhood educator salary and benefits

At Uniting, we go beyond award wages to ensure our educators are paid competitively for their expertise.

We’ve also opted into the government’s Worker Retention Payment which is a commitment to fund increased wages over a 2-year period. Once Uniting's application is approved by the Department of Education, it funds a 10% increase to Award rates, with another 5% wage increase in 2025.

Wondering about early childhood educator salaries? At Uniting, we offer competitive wages above the award rate, ensuring your dedication is rewarded. 

As a not-for-profit organisation, we also offer salary packaging, allowing you to pay for everyday expenses before tax, and putting more money in your pocket.

Tax-free benefits include:

  •  Up to $15,900 annually in tax-free benefits for everyday essentials like rent, groceries, petrol, and insurance.

  • Up to $2,650 per year for entertainment, including meals out, taxi fares, holidays, and car hire.

Take advantage of these financial benefits and grow your career with Uniting.

Our commitment to child safety

At Uniting, child safety is our top priority – ensuring every child and educator feels safe, supported, and valued. As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to creating a nurturing, supportive, and empowering environment where every child – and every educator – feels safe and valued. We take child safety and wellbeing seriously, acting immediately to prevent harm and ensuring that respect and protection for children are never compromised.

Flexible early learning careers

Your wellbeing matters – because when you thrive, so do the children you teach. At Uniting, you'll find balance and support for your personal and professional growth while making a difference.

Rostered days off for full-time employees

Paid meal breaks to rest and reset

Enjoy time off at Christmas at most of our early learning centres

Enjoy work-life balance with flexible scheduling

Advance your career in early learning

At Uniting, we invest in your future with regular training opportunities and clear career pathways, supporting your journey from Early Childhood Educator to Early Childhood Teacher, from Room Leader to Education Leader, Director, and beyond.

Study leave opportunities

We offer a variety of study leave options at every stage of your career to help you grow.

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Exam leave for Certificate III, Diploma and Early Childhood Learning students

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One day for Early Childhood Teachers on exam days

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Unpaid placement leave for hands-on learning for Early Childhood Learning students

Ready for a new challenge?

Easily transfer between Uniting’s early learning centres across NSW and the ACT. Build your career with Uniting – where your growth matters.

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