About the role

At our Early Learning Centre, we provide a range of learning experiences for children aged between 3 and 5 years. Our centre is open from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

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 within a fun, warm, caring and safe. The role requires flexibility to work across morning and afternoon shifts.

Above award rate $28.52 per hour + super + leave loading + salary packaging + RDO

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.
• Form collaborative and positive relationships with colleagues.

Requirements

• Certificate III qualifications in Child Care (or working towards).
• Completion of CHCPRT025 "Identify & report children and young people at risk" certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Current and valid Working with Children Check clearance.

Highly Desirable

• Current First Aid, CPR Certificate, or willing to obtain before starting.

Culture and Benefits

We know that changing roles is a big decision – so here is what we can offer you:

• Salary packaging – also known as salary sacrifice - means allocating a portion of your salary to pay certain expenses before income tax is calculated. So, on pay day you pay less income tax and have more money for the things that matter.
• A sign on bonus of $1,000 (conditions apply $250 on commencement and $750 at the end of probation)
• Access to training and learning opportunities.
• An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
• Additional paid leave day over Christmas.

About us

At CatholicCare, we understand the importance of children getting off to a good start in happy, creative and supportive environments that provide opportunities for children to explore, make friends, build on their strengths and get any extra help they need to set them on a positive learning journey.

Our dedicated teams of educators embrace a child’s right to play and facilitate rich learning environments which are relevant, meaningful and full of possibilities, so children are safe, happy, healthy and included. We offer a range of services for children to suit their age and family preferences including early learning and care centres, out of school hours care, vacation care and family day care.

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.

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