The Trusted Experts in Early Childhood Education Recruitment in Adelaide and South Australia
Finding passionate, qualified and reliable educators is one of the biggest challenges for childcare centres across South Australia. At McArthur, we make recruitment easier, faster and more effective connecting you with experienced educators who meet your standards of quality and care. For more than 35 years, McArthur has been helping Early Childhood Education centres across Adelaide and regional South Australia build stronger, more consistent teams. From long day care and kindergarten to preschool and early learning environments, our recruitment specialists understand the unique workforce challenges in the sector and deliver staffing solutions that work.
Specialist Recruitment for Every ECE Role
McArthur’s Early Childhood Education team provides temporary, casual and permanent staffing for all educator levels and support roles, including:
- Centre Directors
- Degree-Qualified Early Childhood Teachers
- Diploma and Certificate III Educators
- Preschool and Nursery Teachers
- OOSH and Vacation Care Staff
- Childcare Cooks
- Early Years Trainers and Assessors
Whether you need short-term relief or a long-term recruitment partner, we ensure every educator is screened, qualified and aligned with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and compliance standards
Why ECE Centres Across South Australia Choose McArthur
Sector Expertise
Our consultants bring real-world experience in early childhood roles or in ECE recruitment. This means we understand compliance, staffing ratios, centre culture, and the unique dynamics of early learning environments.
Local Adelaide Presence & National Network
With our strong presence across Adelaide, Mount Barker, Gawler, Murray Bridge and regional South Australia, we support your centre locally while leveraging the strength of a national network of specialist ECE consultants. We’re equipped to respond quickly and deliver staffing strategies that are agile, compliant and future-ready.
Quality and Compliance – Non-Negotiable
Quality and safety are non-negotiable at McArthur. Every educator we place is fully vetted and compliant. Our rigorous screening process includes in-depth interviews, reference checks, mandatory Working with Children Checks, and a detailed induction program covering the NQF, professional practice standards and workplace health and safety protocols including child safety.
We ensure our educators adhere to the Early Childhood Australia (ECA) Code of Ethics as well as our own McArthur Code of Conduct.
Flexible Staffing Options & Advanced Technology
Whether you’re hiring a single casual educator for a day’s cover or engaging in full-service permanent recruitment for a team, we deliver flexible solutions. We also offer our platform Matchwell, a go-to tool for quick shift scheduling, real-time compliance tracking and timesheet approvals, giving you control, transparency and peace of mind.
Supporting the Growth of Early Childhood Education in South Australia
McArthur is more than a recruitment agency, we are your workforce partner. We help centre directors build high-performing teams and maintain continuity of practice so you can focus on providing exceptional learning experiences. Our national network and specialist focus ensure that we stay at the forefront of innovation in ECE staffing, from pioneering temporary staffing solutions to 24/7 services and integrated HR consulting tailored to ECE.
We actively support the South Australian early learning community through sector events, professional development, and partnerships with leading industry organisations.
Ready to Build a Stronger Early Learning Team?
Partner with McArthur today and access a reliable network of qualified educators across Adelaide and South Australia. Let’s find the right people for your centre – now and for the future.
Call us now: 08 8100 7000 or complete the online form below and our consultants will get back to you within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of Early Childhood roles does McArthur recruit in South Australia?
We recruit for all Early Childhood Education roles including Centre Directors, Degree-Qualified Early Childhood Teachers, Diploma/Certificate III Educators, Room Leaders, OOSH and Vacation Care Staff, Childcare Cooks and Early Years Trainers and Assessors.
How does McArthur ensure quality and compliance?
Every educator undergoes a rigorous screening process: qualification verification, reference checks, mandatory Working with Children Checks, and an induction covering the NQF, professional practice standards and workplace health and safety protocols. Our educators also adhere to the ECA Code of Ethics and McArthur’s Code of Conduct.
Which areas in South Australia does McArthur service?
McArthur supports Early Childhood Education recruitment across the Adelaide metropolitan area and regional South Australia. We provide flexible and responsive service with the backing of a national network of specialist consultants.