Childcare Educator - Cert III

Singleton Council; Singleton Council; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Swell Program

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

4-day week

Job summary

Singleton Council is seeking a Childcare Educator - Certificate III to deliver high-quality long day care. You will plan and evaluate child-centered programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and support learning through play-based environments.

The role is permanent full-time (38 hours per week) with an accrued rostered day off every 4 weeks. A Diploma in Children’s Services (or working towards), WWCC, First Aid with anaphylaxis and asthma training, and knowledge of curriculum and

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent, or working towards it.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required.
• First Aid Certificate including anaphylaxis and asthma training is required.
• Experience caring for children aged 0-5 and knowledge of curriculum and legislative frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate child-centric programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Support children's learning through play-based environments and curriculum discussions.
• Model teaching strategies and adapt as necessary to the service's philosophy.

Skills

Childcare expertise

Curriculum planning

Play-based teaching

Communication with parents

Education

Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent

Job description

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

Providing high-quality customer service to the community of Singleton through the delivery of quality Long Day Care Services, key responsibilities for the Childcare Educator - Certificate III include.

Help plan, implement, and evaluate child-centric programs that are developmentally appropriate and culturally diverse, integrating the Early Years Learning Framework.

Support children's learning by modeling play-based environments, participating in curriculum discussions, and suggesting changes.

Implement the service's philosophy in teaching and behaviour guidance, adapting as needed.

Ensure daily care routines are learning opportunities, employing intentional teaching strategies, and using evaluations for future planning.

Essential to this role is a Diploma in Children’s Services, or equivalent, or working towards achieving this qualification, a current Working with Children Check (WWCC), First Aid Certificate, including anaphylaxis and asthma training, previous experience in the care of children aged 0-5 and knowledge of curriculum and legislative frameworks.

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 38 hours per week, with an accrued rostered day off every 4 weeks.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 7 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of$2711 - $3050 per fortnight plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)

• Fitness Passport

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home

• Rostered Day Off

• 9-day fortnight

• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year

• Long Service Leave after 5 years

• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave

• Domestic + Family Violence Leave

• Training Courses + Professional Development

• Education Assistance

• Leadership Development Program

• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your development benefits include:

• Training Courses + Professional Development

• Education Assistance

• Leadership Development Program

• Emerging Leaders Program

• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards

• Service Awards

• Be Valued Recognition Program

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For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

Providing high-quality customer service to the community of Singleton through the delivery of quality Long Day Care Services, key responsibilities for the Childcare Educator - Certificate III include.

• Help plan, implement, and evaluate child-centric programs that are developmentally appropriate and culturally diverse, integrating the Early Years Learning Framework.

• Support children's learning by modeling play-based environments, participating in curriculum discussions, and suggesting changes.

• Implement the service's philosophy in teaching and behaviour guidance, adapting as needed.