ECT and Educational Leader - Blacktown

Diocese of Parramatta; Blacktown City Council; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit social enterprise in Blacktown is seeking an Educational Leader to guide curriculum development and foster team collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and relevant experience in educational frameworks. A strong commitment to professional growth and community engagement is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• Understanding of the National Quality Standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CELC team members to provide curriculum guidance.
• Lead educational program development.
• Mentor and support educators.

Skills

Collaborative relationships

Mentoring

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care

ACECQA recognised University Degree in Early Childhood

Job description

Ambrose is a not-for-profit social enterprise providing Early Years Learning and School Age Care services. With a team of 550 employees and growing, we currently operate over 50 school age care and early years education services across Catholic schools in the Greater Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains region.

The CELC Educational leader works in partnership with the CELC Director to plan and implement a play-based pedagogy that provides children with opportunity to develop an awareness of their identity and build positive respectful relationships within their community and broadens their understanding of their world.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with CELC team members, providing curriculum direction and guidance to meet the needs of the children, families, and wider community.
• Support CELC team members in their understanding and application of developmental and learning theories, research and applying innovative practices.
• Lead the development and implementation of an effective educational program in the CELC which supports the CELC philosophy, the principles of Respect, Encourage and Care and the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Support the building of a professional culture of collaboration and inquiry
• Working in partnership with the Director, the Educational leader will develop and strengthen connections between the CELC and the wider community.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continual learning by participating in professional development and engaging in critical reflection of practice.
• Mentor and support educators’ understanding of educational program and practice
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement by supporting the CELC Director to prepare documentation for the National Quality Standards, such as the Quality Improvement Plan /Self-Assessment template

Role Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent Teaching qualification
• ACECQA recognised University Degree in Early Childhood
• Build collaborative relationships with all team members across EYEC based on the Values of respect, encouragement and care
• Proven ability to work as part of a team
• Engage in professional conversations with other educators to enhance knowledge and practice
• Engage in professional conversations with other professionals as is appropriate and with the knowledge of the Educational Leader or Nominated Supervisor.
• Engage in professional conversations and positive mentoring relationships of visiting students, trainees, volunteers and other staff
• Collaborate with community resources, therapists and networking committees to promote the best outcomes for children, families and the early years’ education and care community.
• Acknowledge and support personal strengths, professional experience and team diversity.
• Actively support the organisation’s philosophy, policies and procedures and positively represent the organisation to external contacts at all opportunities.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• Commitment to developing and creative inclusive environments

Knowledge:

• Experience in an approved education and care service and as a responsible person is preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Standards
• Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework
• Knowledge and understanding of the Early Childhood Australia Code of ethics to apply these to personal practices and goals.
• Thorough knowledge of child and brain development theory
• Understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010
• Understanding of the Education and Care Services Regulations 2011

Capability:

• Understanding and willingness to take on the role of Responsible Person when required
• Understanding and willingness to take on the role of Nominated Supervisor if required
• Ability to interact with children and families in a positive, sensitive and respectful manner
• Demonstrate a strong commitment and experience in the provision of quality child care in a genuinely caring environment
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum, supporting curriculum development and documenting children’s learning and development.
• Experience in planning and programming for individual children and groups using emergent curriculum
• Ability to relate effectively with children and their families
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work as part of a team
• Good written and oral English communication skills
• Ability to maintain and explain the importance of confidentiality requirements in order to coach others
• Adaptability and flexibility, including the preparedness and willingness to work at different Early Years Education and Care services if required.

We are committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work, learn, and grow, and pay our respects to Elders past and present.