Early Childhood Educator

Description:

Introduction:
Located in Rose Bay overlooking Sydney Harbour, Kambala is an historic, contemporary, and vibrant independent day and boarding school welcoming students from ELC to Year 12.

Offering a choice of learning pathways through the HSC or International Baccalaureate, we are proud to rank among the top non-selective girls’ schools in NSW every year, at the same time focusing on development and celebration of 'the whole girl'.

Our purpose: instilling unwavering courage and curiosity to educate women of ambition, integrity, and consequence.

Description:
The role:

• Join our vibrant, purpose-built, tech-connected Early Learning Centre - 'Hampshire House' - as a Co-Educator.
• Permanent Part-Time, 4 days per week.
• Start ASAP
• Works throughout the year including school holidays.
• Rotating roster of 8am-4pm or 10am-6pm.
• Commencing in the pre-school room (3-4yrs), but may assist across all age groups.
• Create a safe, supportive, and stimulating educational environment for our children.
• Assist with the design and implementation of progressive, contemporary learning experiences that address the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.

The ideal candidate:

• Relevant ACECQA-approved qualifications in Child Care (minimum Cert III).
• Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Demonstrated experience in Early Learning across 0-5 years old.
• Working knowledge of Reggio Emilia philosophy highly regarded.

We offer:

• Competitive, above-agreement rates of pay.
• 6 weeks of Annual Leave each year.
• Discounted child care & tuition for children of permanent staff.
• AM/PM staff shuttle bus to Edgecliff station every day during school term time.
• Daily hot & cold lunch menu at a nominal fee.
• Access to pool, gym, and other school facilities.
• Free Annual Flu Shots, First Aid, and CPR training.
• A diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is free to be their authentic self.

Skills and Experiences:
If you are passionate about Early Learning, we look forward to receiving your application directly via this platform. Please include an updated CV and a brief covering note that speaks to your interest in this position and why you are moving on from your current role.

Learn more about our School and visit us on LinkedIn

• Shortlisting will occur immediately so if you are keen to apply, do so as a priority.
• Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• No Agency referrals will be accepted for this role.
• In accordance with Child Protection legislation, all employees of Kambala must maintain a valid Working With Children Check.

Through implementing the NSW Child Safe Standards, Kambala commits to the development of work systems, practices, policies, and procedures that promote child protection, safety, and wellbeing within our school.