Early Childhood Co-Educator (Child Care Worker)

Kincoppal-Rose Bay School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay above standard rates

8 weeks paid leave + leave loading

Staff shuttle service

Job summary

Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs invites applications for a Full-Time Early Childhood Co-Educator. Based at our Early Learning Centre, join a dedicated team focused on nurturing young children in a beautiful setting overlooking Sydney Harbour.

You will provide high-quality care, support project-based learning, maintain child records, and collaborate with the ELC team to meet National Quality Standards and mandated frameworks.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Cert III in Child Care is required.
• Experience with 2–5 year olds.
• Must have Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Knowledge of Nature Pedagogy principles.
• Experience with the assessment and rating system.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of care and support to children.
• Assist with project-based learning activities.
• Maintain relevant child records and documentation.
• Collaborate with the ELC team to meet National Quality Standards and mandated frameworks.
• Maintain effective relationships with parents.
• Operate according to Reggio Emilia and Forest Schools philosophies.

Skills

Child care

Communication

Nature Pedagogy

Education

Diploma or Cert III in Child Care

Job description

Early Childhood Co-Educator (Child Care Worker)

Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart, founded in 1882, is a leading Catholic Independent Day and Boarding School located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. The college is co-educational ELC-6, and girls only 7-12.

At present, we are inviting applications for a Full-Time Early Childhood Co-Educator. Join the fantastic team of staff based at our Early Learning Centre for Excellence, situated amongst the bush and the beach and with stunning views over Sydney Harbour.

Duties:

Welcoming and nurturing the development of the youngest members of our School community through hands-on exploration and encouragement of individual interests, key responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing a high standard of support and care to children
• Assisting with project-based learning activities
• Helping to maintain relevant child records and documentation
• Working with the wider ELC team to achieve excellence according to the National Quality Standards and other mandated frameworks
• Maintaining effective relationships with parents
• Operating according to Reggio Emilia and Forest Schools philosophies

The ideal candidate:

• Prepared to commit to the goals of a Sacred Heart education, and be an active and visible member of our wider School community
• Must have a Diploma or Cert III in Child Care
• Prior experience working with 2 - 5 year old
• In possession of a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Knowledge and awareness of Nature Pedagogy principles
• Experience working with the assessment and rating system
• Personable and dynamic with a flair for effective communication at all levels
• Prepared to commit to fostering the dignity, self-esteem, and integrity of the young people in our care and providing them with a safe, supportive, and enriching environment to develop spiritually, physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially.

As Sacred Heart Educators, we are:

• Committed to the Sacred Heart Charism
• Optimistic, relational individuals who act with integrity and share our love of learning
• Reflective practitioners who strive for professional excellence

As Sacred Heart Educators, this is our commitment to our students and colleagues within our KRB community.

Amongst other employee benefits, Kincoppal – Rose Bay School offers:

• competitive rates of pay that are above MEA rates
• 8 weeks paid leave, 17.5% leave loading
• a free staff shuttle service to and fromEdgecliff station
• an array of culture-focusedwell-being and social initiatives e.g. Personal Training, Book Club, complimentary pool and gym access, financial advice, confidential and independent EAP, access to Fitness Passport
• flexibility in hours (subject to timetable)
• a fantastic daily menu of lunches for a nominal fee
• professional learning - an opportunity to tailor your learning to your needs
• an opportunity to discuss and act on your career aspirations
• discounted tuition fees for children of permanent employees
• an opportunity to align your personal and professional values with your workplace
• various salary sacrificing options, including novated leasing

To learn more about life at our School, visit our page on LinkedIn and our Website.

Our School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome expressions of interest from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of your personal background.

Please note:

only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

In accordance with Child Protection legislation all people seeking child-related employment are required to complete a Working with Children Check clearance prior to employment.