Early Childcare Educators Multiple Positions Available

Denman Village Early Learning Centre; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Denman Village Early Learning Centre in Canberra ACT is hiring multiple Child Care Workers and educators. Roles include direct care, supervision, and potential leadership such as Group Leader, Team Leader or Room Leader depending on qualifications and experience.

Competitive salary with superannuation. We offer a purpose-built centre with rooms, outdoor spaces and dedicated spaces for children and families.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Able to supervise and mentor other educators and coordinate a room or group.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and supervision to children in education and care programs.
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences and activities.
• Set up learning resources and spaces for indoor and outdoor activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and support children's social and communication skills.
• Observe and document children's learning and wellbeing; share updates with families and colleagues.
• Build positive relationships with parents and the wider centre community.
• Coordinate day-to-day operation of an allocated room or group when in leadership roles.
• Mentor educators to maintain high standards of care and supervision.

Skills

Leadership experience

NQF & EYLF knowledge

Education

AQF Certificate III qualification

AQF Certificate IV qualification

Three years ECEC experience

Job description

Early Childcare Educators Multiple Positions Available

Denman Village Early Learning Centre - Canberra ACT

Denman Village Early Learning Centre | Denman Prospect, Canberra ACT

CHILD CARE WORKERS / EDUCATORS

Denman Village Early Learning Centre | Denman Prospect, Canberra ACT

Multiple positions available

Salary: $65,000-$80,000 per annum (full-time equivalent), plus superannuation

About the Centre and Opportunities

Denman Village Early Learning Centre is a privately owned, 96-place early childhood education and care centre in Denman Prospect, ACT. Our purpose-built centre features five learning rooms, two outdoor areas, an indoor multipurpose playroom, a kitchen, a separate dining room, dedicated spaces for children under two and their families, as well as staff and programming facilities.

We are recruiting for multiple full-time and part-time positions in early childhood education and care, including Child Care Workers and experienced educators who may undertake additional responsibilities as Group Leaders, Team Leaders or Room Leaders, depending on their qualifications, experience and the center’s operational requirements. Opportunities are available for educators who provide direct care and supervision, as well as those able to lead a room or guide other team members.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must hold a relevant qualification or have relevant work experience consistent with one of the following:

• A relevant AQF Certificate III qualification, including at least two years of on-the-job training; or
• A relevant AQF Certificate IV qualification; or
• At least three years of relevant work experience in early childhood education and care.

Applicants holding a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or other relevant higher qualifications are also welcome to apply. Applicants for Group Leader, Team Leader or Room Leader responsibilities should demonstrate suitable experience in coordinating a childcare room, supporting other educators and delivering quality early learning programs. Any additional qualification requirements applicable to the particular position must be met.

Applicants should also demonstrate:

• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, relevant education and care legislation, and the Early Years Learning Framework.
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration and any other registration, approval or licensing required for the position.
• Relevant child protection training and current first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma management training, as applicable.
• Effective written and verbal communication, sound judgement and the ability to work collaboratively with children, families and colleagues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:

• Provide attentive care and active supervision to children in the centre's education and care programs, ensuring their safety, comfort and wellbeing.
• Plan, prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate learning experiences, games, storytelling, creative play and recreational activities that reflect children's interests and abilities.
• Set up and maintain learning resources, play materials, equipment and indoor and outdoor activity spaces.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help children develop communication, confidence, independence and social skills through supportive guidance.
• Supervise children during play, group experiences and daily routines, including meals, rest times, transitions and outdoor activities.
• Assist children with personal care, hygiene and healthy routines while respecting their individual needs and dignity.
• Observe and document children's learning, development and wellbeing, and share relevant updates with families and colleagues.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and the wider centre community, and support a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow child safety, health, hygiene and regulatory procedures and contribute to the centre's Quality Improvement Plan.
• Where appointed to Group Leader, Team Leader or Room Leader responsibilities, coordinate the day-to-day operation of an allocated room or group, including learning activities, transitions, routines and the effective use of resources.
• Provide practical guidance, support and mentoring to educators working within the room or team, helping maintain consistent standards of care and supervision.
• Assist with planning and reviewing room programs, allocation of day-to-day activities, communication with families and implementation of centre policies and quality standards.

Specific duties and the level of leadership responsibility will depend on the position offered and will be outlined in the applicable position description.

What We Offer

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment.
• Access to professional development and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities.
• Flexible working arrangements where compatible with the position and centre operations.