Description:
Positions: 2(1 permanent full time and 1 temporary full time until 20/12/24)
Weekly Hours: 38 (flexible working arrangements including Rostered Days Off available)
Weekly Salary: $1,303.98 - $1,421.34 (plus superannuation)
View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on Council's website)
About Orange City Council
Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 500 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.
Spring Street Preschool and Early Education Centre is a unique childcare service offering nurturing personal care, child and family focused programs including pre-school, delivered by a passionate, dedicated, long-standing team.
Focusing on the needs of the child through constructive play experiences, designed to build a foundation for success and confidence in life. Spring Street PEEC believe in developing a sense of belonging and have a holistic view of childcare, considering Spring Street an extension of family life.
Smaller in size, each child receives the special attention and personal care they deserve. They offer a comprehensive pre-school program which gives children continuity right up to school.
As part of the Spring Street team you will be responsible for providing a safe, stimulating, healthy and caring education and care service which fosters and maximizes each child’s individual development potential.
A full list of job responsibilities can be found in the position description.
What can we offer?
- 50% Off Childcare Gap Fee at Council Services
- Time off across the Christmas/New Year period of at least 2 weeks
- Paid staff meetings
- Free access to EAP services for you and your family for mental health support
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
- A range of in-house and external training opportunities
- Professional career development opportunities
- Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
- Uniform allowance
So what do you need?
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or Equivalent
- Working with Children Check clearance
- Current First Aid Certificate - Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
- Demonstrated experience working in accordance with the National Quality Framework in providing an education and care service
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong creativity and problem solving skills
- Excellent organisational and planning skills, being able to work to deadlines and set priorities
- Demonstrated ability to work and contribute as part of a team
To apply, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.
If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Coordinator – Spring Street, Kelly Liang on (02) 6393 8790.
Applications close Wednesday 24 April 2024
Please note:
- Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.