Advanced Educator (Diploma)

Uniting; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Maximum salary packaging

Career growth opportunities

Discounts & cash back programs

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Uniting Salem Early Learning (Kambah) is seeking a Diploma Qualified Educator to provide quality education and care aligned with the National Quality Standards and EYLF. You will support learning outcomes and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment for children.

You will develop programs reflecting the approved framework, build strong relationships with families and community, and document learning through observations and assessments while maintaining a clean, organized room.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children Services is essential.
• Experience recording observations, writing learning stories, and planning curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and EYLF is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop programs reflecting the approved learning framework.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families and community.
• Facilitate play-based learning responsive to children's interests and abilities.
• Carry daily duties of setup/pack up and maintain room cleanliness.
• Document children’s learning through observations and assessments against outcomes.

Skills

Observation & assessment

Curriculum planning

Communication with families

Education

Diploma in Children Services

Job description

$38.92 - $45.79 per hour (Depending on experience) + RDO's + Super + Salary Packaging Benefits
20 hours per week - 4 hours per day Monday - Friday
Fixed Term Contract till the 26th February 2027 potential for extension in the new year.
The centre is open between 7:30am and 6pm so the shifts will vary between these times.

About the Opportunity

Uniting Salem Early Learning (Kambah) wants to continue to grow as committed teams of educators that provide a nurturing environment and quality programs that caters to the individual needs and interests of our children. We work in partnership with families and the local community to ensure children feel safe, supported, and secure as they develop positive self-esteem.

What you’ll be doing in this role

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework!

Your care work may include:

• Contribute to the development of programs which reflect the approved learning framework.
• Developing positive and respectful relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.
• Carry daily duties of set up and pack up as well as maintain cleanliness of the room.
• Documenting children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes

Who we’re looking for

• Diploma in Children Services (essential), with previous experience working at a Diploma Level in an early learning service.
• A work history that demonstrates recording observations, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Understand the National Quality Framework and EYLF
• Strong understanding of Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members
• Experience working with children with developmental delays and disabilities desirable but not essential
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

About Uniting Early Learning

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

What we offer you

• Maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
• Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members
• Click here to find out more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting

What to expect

• A National Police Check
• Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Check
• GECKKO National Child Protection Training Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check