Early Childhood Assistant Educator - Manly West, Australia - Moreton Bay College

Moreton Bay College

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Manly West, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Part-time - 2 days per week

Bayside location

THE POSITION

We are seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Assistant Educator who has a genuine passion for child-centred learning and a strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework.

This is a part-time position, 2 days per week until the end of the year.

You will be working in our new refurbished Early Learning Centre where there is a genuine connection to nature with large green spaces providing plenty of room for play and exploration.

The Early Childhood Assistant Educator is responsible to the Deputy Head of Primary - Early Learning, but ultimately is responsible to the Head of Primary.

All staff are employed by the Principal.

All staff need to be supportive of the values, Christian ethos and Ethical Statement of this Uniting Church Day school for girls from 15m-Yr12.

Further Information

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assisting with the implementation of the Early Childhood Program.
Engaging and working alongside children to support their learning.
Work with individuals and groups of children to support their learning.
At times, take a whole group session e.g. reading a story and supervise transitions.
Help prepare provocations/ learning experiences.
Help maintain the learning environment, resources and equipment.
Understanding and working according to the Early Learning Centre Policies
Work in partnership with children and families to support learning outcomes
Complete light cleaning duties as required.
Assist with administration duties as required.
Ensuring the health and safety of all children in their care.
Engage in professional discussions about the learning program and continuous improvement.
Awareness of the regulations associated with the early education and care industry
Awareness of planning for children's learning experiences through the EYLF
Ability to document learning observations and critical reflections
Other duties may be assigned by teachers or the leadership team.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:_
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to relate well to young children.
Basic IT skills.
Able to use initiative.
Energetic and enthusiastic.
Demonstrate workplace health and safety practices.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Knowledge of inquiry based learning an advantage.

CERTIFICATES, QUALIFICATIONS REGISTRATIONS

Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
Working with Children Suitability Card is essential.
A current first aid certificate is desirable.
Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates are desirable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Early Learning Centre has a staff work space and lunchroom.
This role can require a high level of physical activity and requires a physically capable individual.
On occasion there will be a need to lift a child (approx weight 15kg)
Excellent auditory and visual capacity is required because of child safety.

CONDITIONS AND SALARY

The role is classified as Childcare Staff Grade 3 under the Moreton Bay Enterprise Agreement.
Sick Leave entitlement of 10 days annually.
Long Service Leave entitlement of 1.3 weeks for each year of service which can be taken after 7 years.
The College contributes superannuation on behalf of the employee as per the Moreton Bay Enterprise Agreement.

APPLICATION
- a current CV that clearly details experience, particularly in relation to the above skills and abilities;
- any additional information you may wish to submit; and
- the names and contact details of two professional referees.

Please note, all applicants must declare:

any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions that would prevent you from performing this job

- any convictions of any criminal offences
- that all information supplied is accurate and complete

Applications close 9am Monday, 24 April 2023
**Please note: only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted after the closing date.