Early Childhood Educator

Mineral Resources; City Of Stirling; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Monthly recognition awards

Career progression

Discounted MinRes facilities

36 weeks parental leave

MyShare Plan

Private health discounts

Novated leasing

Job summary

Mineral Resources Ltd (MinRes) seeks passionate Early Childhood Educators to join the Next Gen Early Learning Centre team in Western Australia. You will provide high-quality care and learning experiences in a nurturing, inclusive environment and contribute to a culture of excellence across the service.

Required: Certificate III in ECE & Care, 3+ years in an ECE setting, WWCC, and EYLF/NQF knowledge. The role offers full-time permanency, ongoing training, and access to MinRes facilities.

Qualifications

• Observation and documentation of children's progress and milestones.
• Strong communication with families about progress and milestones.
• Ability to participate in team meetings and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement play-based, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Observe and document children's progress using digital observations and portfolios.
• Participate in team meetings, planning and professional development.
• Build strong relationships with families and maintain open communication.
• Adhere to child protection policies and ensure wellbeing and safety of children.
• Assist with curriculum development aligned to NQF and EYLF.

Skills

Observation & documentation

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

• Competitive Salary, plus annual bonus and monthly recognition awards!
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Access to our head office facilities, including the MinRes GP Centre, Alba Café, Bennys Restaurant, NextGen Childcare, and the Next Level gym, with group fitness classes included in all memberships. All MinRes services are available to employees at discounted rates.
• Up to 36 weeks of parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Access to the MinRes employee benefits program, including the MinRes MyShare Plan, private health discounts, novated leasing through salary sacrifice, retail and hotel discounts and benefits for referring friends and family to our employee referral program.
• Support through our Mind Matters Team and Employee Assistance Program

What MinRes Can Offer You

• Full-time, permanent positions
• Competitive Salary, plus annual bonus and monthly recognition awards!
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Access to our head office facilities, including the MinRes GP Centre, Alba Café, Bennys Restaurant, NextGen Childcare, and the Next Level gym, with group fitness classes included in all memberships. All MinRes services are available to employees at discounted rates.
• Up to 36 weeks of parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Access to the MinRes employee benefits program, including the MinRes MyShare Plan, private health discounts, novated leasing through salary sacrifice, retail and hotel discounts and benefits for referring friends and family to our employee referral program.
• Support through our Mind Matters Team and Employee Assistance Program

The Opportunity

MinRes seeks passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled Early Childhood Educators to join our dynamic Next Gen Early Learning Centre team. As a key educational team member, the successful candidate will play an integral role in providing high-quality care and educational experiences for children in a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive environment.

• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.
• Regularly observe and document children's progress and milestones through digital observations, learning stories, and portfolios
• Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and professional development opportunities, contributing to a culture of excellence across the service
• Build strong, respectful relationships with families, ensuring open communication about their child’s progress, achievements, and challenges
• Adhere to child protection policies and procedures, ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all children in your care, and consistently meeting the highest standards of practice
• Assist with developing and implementing the curriculum that aligns with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

Your Experience and Skills:

• Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Proven 3 years experience in an early childhood education setting, demonstrating a strong understanding of early childhood development, teaching practices, and applying the EYLF/NQF.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Knowledge of child protection policies and creating a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Passionate and compassionate with a genuine desire to support children's learning and development

About MinRes

Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) is a leading diversified resources company with extensive operations in lithium, iron ore, energy and mining services across Western Australia. We are a growing industry leader on the back of our desire to think differently, navigate challenging operating landscapes and seize new opportunities. Our headquarters at 20 Walters Drive sets a new standard for workplace wellness. World class facilities include a café, restaurant, commercial gym, crèche, daycare and health centre, including GP.