Are you looking for an opportunity within Early Childhood Education and the chance to be part of an innovative and collaborative Council?
We have an exciting opportunity for an Early Childhood Teacher to join our positive and inclusive team at South Hurstville Kindergarten.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join Georges River Council within our Community and Culture Directorate. We have a team who have been recognised for excellence in Environmental Programming and we are proud of our Reconciliation Action Plan which is developed in consultation with Aboriginal staff and community members.
About The Role
The Early Childhood Teacher, is expected to be an active, engaged, leader as part of a team which provides high quality early childhood education and care to the community.
As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will ensure the early years lay the foundation for a future love of learning. Our dedicated educators serve as role models for fostering a healthy habits lifestyle, guiding children towards making positive choices in nutrition and physical activity. In addition, this role is critical in establishing strong relationships with families and staff to achieve an inclusive environment that is focused on quality outcomes for children.
What We Offer
- Permanent, Part Time role (60 hours Per fortnight) 5.5 hours per day Monday to Friday, Part time salary from $71,728.80 to $83,097.30 per annum plus 11% superannuation dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate
- $1000 gross bonus paid in July 2025 in addition to award annual increases
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- 2 days Health and Wellbeing paid leave
- Additional 3 days leave over the Christmas period
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging Options
- Sponsored Study Program
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources
The successful candidate will have
- Current Working with Children Check, with at least 6 months until expiry.
- NSW Department of Education and Communities approved Early Childhood Education and Care Qualification. ACECQA approved or recognised teaching qualification (i.e., either a Bachelor of Teaching or Education or equivalent)
- Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Certificates, with at least 6 months until expiry
- NESA accredited teacher in the categories of either: Graduate, Proficient, highly accomplished or lead
- NSW Department of Education and Communities approved Child Protection Training Certificate
- Sound communication skills and ability to relate well to children, parents, staff, volunteers and the community.
- Understanding of Work Health and Safety Requirements.
- The ability to develop, document and implement an educational program for children.
- Knowledge and understanding of all current legislation governing early childhood education and care, including the National Quality Framework
- The ability to lead, support, motivate and mentor staff.
- Demonstrated ability or willingness to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
If you possess the attributes located in the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today.
Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact Nicole Mogensen, Acting Coordinator South Hurstville Kindergarten on 02 95464899
Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: February 7th 2024 at 11.59 PM AEST
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.