Educator

Affinity Education Group; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in early childhood education, as an Educator at a new center in Tamworth. You will be pivotal in fostering children's growth in a nurturing environment with opportunities for career progression and comprehensive training. Enjoy additional benefits such as discounts on childcare and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

50% discount on childcare fees

Fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses

Scholarships for Bachelor's or Master's degrees

30% discount on fitness memberships

Wellbeing initiatives and retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Hold a Cert III or Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA approved equivalent.
• Have a current Working with Children’s Check.
• Strong commitment to fostering growth and development of young minds.

Responsibilities

• Support the growth and development of children in a safe environment.
• Engage in creative activities and foster a nurturing learning atmosphere.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Cert III or Diploma in Children's Services

Job description

$27.17-$30.59 per hour (NEG) + Uniform provided

Join our team at Papilio Early Learning Tamworth!

We are looking for dedicated Educators, offering part-time positions with shifts from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm.

Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Your Affinity Advantages

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions coming from within, and advance your career towards senior educational roles or operational management.
• Receive fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Apply for scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, discounts at over 100 retailers, and Bupa insurance benefits.

About the Centre:

We are a brand new, purpose-built centre that offers 68 places. Our team is passionate and dedicated. We believe in creating shining stars with the potential for continuous personal growth. We cater for children in the Nursery age group, toddlers, and preschool, with four beautiful rooms each backing onto spacious outdoor play areas. Our Preschool and Prep rooms feature new facilities, including a STEAM section, tech station, and interactive learning hub. We look forward to welcoming you to our wonderful team.

About you:

• Hold a Cert III or Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA approved equivalent
• Have a current Working with Children’s Check
• Have a strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds

Why work for Affinity?

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It’s not just about what we do for children; it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine, so we can deliver the best in early education!

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occur most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research, and evidence-informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning.

Our Safety Commitment

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.

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If you’re looking for a values-led organization with incredible people making a genuine difference – you’ll find it at Affinity Education Group.

As one of Australia's largest providers of early education and childcare, we offer multiple career pathways in more than 220 centres across Australia.