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Nick Preston

Recruitment Area Manager

Nick Preston is a highly experienced recruiter, specialising in the Early Childhood Education sector. He is currently the Recruitment Area Manager (North Shore and Northern Beaches) for Earlyhood Recruitment, a specialist agency in Sydney that manages the employment portfolios and workforce needs of Sydney’s leading pre-schools, kindergartens, and childcare providers.

Articles Nick has contributed to

Expert advice: Getting your first job in childcare

23rd October 2024

Key questions by Nick Preston

What are the most important skills for an early childhood educator?

To work in early childhood education you need to be a very empathetic and understanding person. Having a long list of qualifications is great, but your genuine passion for the development and care of young children is what really makes a great childcare worker.

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15th July 2024

How do I get a job as a childhood educator?

Don’t wait to finish your course qualification before getting a job in the early childhood education sector. Here at Earlyhood Recruitment in Sydney, we invite students who have already completed one third of their early childhood qualification to register for casual work and temp opportunities with our specialist agency. To get a full-time job you will need professional experience outside of your work placement and taking on short-term and casual work is excellent for your resume and future employment opportunities.

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22nd July 2024

Is there a demand for male early childhood educators?

Yes, absolutely! The early childhood education sector is traditionally the domain of women but in recent years a lot of men are getting their ECT qualifications. Male early childhood educators are definitely making a valuable contribution to the industry.

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15th July 2024