Educator

Uniting NSW & ACT; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Queensland is searching for a Certificate III Qualified Educator to provide quality education and care for children. The role emphasizes play-based learning environments and building positive relationships. Ideally, candidates should possess a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and a passion for supporting children's development. Flexible shifts and opportunities for career growth are part of the offer.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Career growth opportunities

Discounts and cashback programs

Wellbeing programs including employee assistance

Qualifications

• Completed a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education with on-the-job experience preferred.
• Experience in programming and writing learning stories using the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality education and care to children.
• Facilitate play-based learning environments responsive to children's interests.

Skills

Passionate about working with children

Adaptability

Empathy

Resourcefulness

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview

Up to $31.83/hr + Super + Salary Packaging

Uniting Preschool Murwillumbah operates during school terms. Our warm and welcoming service offers stimulating indoor and outdoor environments. Our programs are designed to inspire children’s desire to learn, embracing purposeful play and group activities that encourage curiosity, confidence, creativity and self-expression.

What you’ll be doing in this role

As a Certificate III Qualified Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework.

Your responsibilities

• Developing positive relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interests, strengths and abilities.

Who we’re looking for

• Must have completed a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, with previous on-the-job experience (preferred).
• Be passionate about working with children of all ages.
• A work history that demonstrates programming, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework (National Standard).
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

What we offer you

• A range of shifts to suit your lifestyle.
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career.
• Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers.
• Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid Working with Children’s Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check

How to apply

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

Note

Location: Chinderah, Lismore & Far North Coast NSW