Early Childhood Educator – Diploma

Description:

About the Centre/Service

bestchance Child Family Care is a not-for-profit organisation with the aim of building stronger communities, healthier families and happier childhoods. We achieve this through our quality education, care and therapy services for children, our support programs for families, and our registered training organisation. bestchance Child Family Care provides a supportive environment to grow, nurture and develop strong bonds with children and families. For more information visit our website at https://www.bestchance.org.au/

Description

What we offer:

• Competitive annual salary with generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 each FBT year
• Paid Parental Leave program for all on-going employees (after 12 months’ of service)
• Be part of a close knit and dedicated team who are supportive, approachable and truly passionate about delivering excellence
• Discounted rates (50% off gap fee) for staff at all bestchance childcare centres
• Genuine commitment to professional development
• Access to Employee Wellbeing Program

The Role: bestchance Child Family Care is currently seeking an exceptional individual with a positive and proactive approach to join our passionate and supportive team at Heatherhill Preschool. As a values based employer, bestchance educators are provided with mentoring, advice and support to extend their practice and achieve their professional goals. Job Details: Heatherhill Preschool Location: Heatherhill Preschool: 101 Noble Street, Noble Park VIC 3174 Session Times: Monday to Wednesday 8.30am - 2.45pm Total Hours: 18.75 hours

Qualifications

Yo u will stand out if you: have experience in a kindergarten environment, working within a strength-based and family centred approach

• desire to develop warm, respectful and positive relationships with staff, children and families
• a genuine passion in creating a safe, secure and nurturing environment
• an ability to develop rapport and positive working relationships with stakeholders and families from a broad range of social and cultural backgrounds.

In addition to the above you will need the following to be considered for this role:

• completed an approved Diploma in Education and Care qualification
• hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check
• hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate (Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting)
• successfully completed ‘Protecting Children - Mandatory reporting and other obligations for the Early Childhood Sector’ training
• have a well-developed understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and National Regulations