Educator

Guardian; Leopold; Hybrid; AUD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Thrive program

Career growth opportunities

15% government funded wage increase

Job summary

Guardian Leopold is seeking a full-time Educator to join its early learning team. If you are creative, caring and eager to make an impact on young children, you’ll fit right in.

You’ll build relationships, turn everyday moments into learning adventures and celebrate each child’s growth with the support of a strong Centre Manager. Ideal candidates have a Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education or Diploma (or are working towards an ECE qualification), possess a VIC WWCC and be available 7am–6pm

Qualifications

• Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education or Diploma is required or in progress.
• Availability to work between 7am–6pm, Monday to Friday, with a rotating roster.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) for VIC.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with children, families and your team.
• Turn everyday moments into learning adventures.
• Celebrate each child’s growth and achievements.
• Bring the To Be Me learning program to life.
• Enjoy learning opportunities and grow with the team.

Education

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education or Diploma

Job description

Want to be part of something special in early learning? Come and work with us at Guardian Leopold!

We’re on the lookout for someone fun, caring, and ready to make a real impact as a full-time Educator. If you’re creative, and want to make each day exciting for young children, we think you’ll fit right in.

Be part of a great team where no two days are the same.

What’s in it for you?

Be part of a strong team with by an amazing Centre Manager, and work your magic to:

• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and your team
• Turn everyday moments into learning adventures
• Celebrate each children’s growth and achievements
• Bring our unique To Be Me learning programs to life
• Keep growing while you help others grow - you’ll have heaps of learning opportunities.

Why Guardian?

We don’t just talk about great opportunities; we give them to you.

• Enjoy smooth-running rooms with our Thrive program
• Opportunities to take your career to the next level
• Work in amazing environments every day
• Enjoy above award pay, great perks and a culture of reward & recognition
• Benefit from the 15% Government Funded Wage Increase

Here’s what you’ll bring:

• Completion of the national mandatory Child Protection training via the GECCKO platform
• Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education or Diploma (or working towards it or working towards another ECE qualification)
• Availability to work between from 7am- 6pm, Monday to Friday, with a rotating roster
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC for VIC).

Ideal to have:

• Child Protection Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate
• Over 2-3 years of experience in the early childhood education sector

Guardian is a place people love to be. Work with a team that’s as awesome as you –

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.

*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.