Casual Early Childhood Educator

  • Competitive Pay Rates PLUS Salary Packaging Options
  • Diverse team who will support ongoing learning & growth
  • Great Work Life Balance – Great casual opportunities

 Using a play-based approach to learning, we provide a secure base for children to explore and learn through play. Unlike a typical Early Learning Centre, we are open for 50 weeks in a year, Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm.

About the role

The role of the Child Care Educator, in the Early Learning Centre (ELC) is to assist the Director/Teacher and the team in providing high quality care and education for children in a community preschool setting for 3–5-year-olds.

Duties

  • Assisting the room teacher with the implementation of a well-planned and evaluated program for 3–5-year-olds, using the Early Years Framework.
  • Developing a positive and supportive relationship with children.
  • Maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.
  • Working with the team to ensure a compliant centre as per the Education and Care Services Regulations
  • Establishing and maintaining good relationships with families.

Requirements

  • Certificate III qualifications and experience in Early Childhood Education
  • Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
  • Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis
  • Completion of Identify & Respond to Children and Young People at Risk (CHCPRT001 or previous equivalent)
  • Current and valid Working with Children Check clearance.

 About us

At CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay we make a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve. Our services include NDIS disability services, foster care and out of home care supports, services for seniors, children’s services and a range of Community Services supports.

We are also a child-safe and child-friendly organisation.

We are a safe, respectful, and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their cultural background, gender, faith, or disability. Our organisation will accommodate any reasonable requests to support you to thrive during the recruitment process and beyond.

Culture and Benefit

Please find attached a video about what it means to work at CatholicCare. We also offer:

  • Salary packaging benefits to receive a portion of your salary tax-free.
  • A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
  • Access to training and learning opportunities.
  • An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.


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