Educator - Mayfield Early Education Oakbank

Mayfield Childcare Limited; South Australia; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership support

Professional development

Discounted enrolment fees for your own

Staff referral rewards

Job summary

Mayfield Early Education in Oakbank is hiring an Assistant Educator to join our caring team. You will help create a nurturing, educational environment for children and support age-appropriate learning activities, while building trust with families.

We value safety, positive guidance, and collaboration. Requirements include a Certificate III in ECEC (or equivalent), WWCC, and willingness to complete training on child protection, Red Nose, and food safety. Join us for a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in ECEC (ACE–CQ approved) or equivalent.
• Valid WWCC is required.
• Child protection, Red Nose, and Food Safety training (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of Child Safe Standards, and NQF & EYLF.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring child safety & wellbeing with active supervision.
• Collaborating on age-appropriate curriculum implementation.
• Providing personalised attention to diverse learning needs.
• Guiding behaviour through positive reinforcement for social-emotional development.
• Maintaining open communication with parents about progress and concerns.
• Participating in team meetings for a cohesive approach to early childhood education.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive atmosphere embracing diverse backgrounds.

Skills

WWCC

Child protection training

Food Safety training

NQF knowledge

EYLF knowledge

Communication with families

Education

Certificate III in ECEC (ACECQA approved)

Job description

At Mayfield Early Education, we are dedicated to providing a welcoming and secure environment for every child in our care.

Our passionate team strives to nurture and unlock each child's potential, fostering independence, building self-esteem, and creating a strong sense of belonging. Rooted in our four guiding pillars, our approach to early education is both comprehensive and committed.

1. Connected by Community,
2. In Safe Hands,
3. Quality Education You Can Count On, and
4. Home Away from Home

The Opportunity

Our Oakbank Centre has an exciting opportunity for passionate and dedicated Assistant Educators to join our incredible team!

As an integral part of the Mayfield team, you will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and educational environment for the children in our care.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring child safety & wellbeing using your active supervision skills.
• Collaborating with the team on age-appropriate curriculum implementation.
• Providing personalised attention, addressing unique learning styles and needs of the children in our care.
• Guiding behaviour through positive reinforcement for social and emotional development.
• Maintaining open communication with parents about a child's progress and concerns.
• Actively participating in team meetings for a cohesive approach to early childhood education.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive atmosphere embracing diverse backgrounds in a culturally sensitive manner.

You

• Working towards or hold a minimum of a Certificate III in ECEC (of ACECQA approved equivalent);
• Valid WWCC
• Child protection / Red Nose / Food Safety training (or willing to obtain);
• Working knowledge & understanding of Child Safe Standards
• Working knowledge & understanding of NQF & EYLF.
• Passion for the Early Childhood sector - you will enjoy communicating with and building trusted relationships with children, their families, your teammates and the wider community.

Why Mayfield Early Education?

When you join the dedicated team at Mayfield, not only will you join a like-minded, positive & collaborative team, but you will also have access to these great benefits:

• A high level of support from our experienced Leadership team.
• Continuous learning & professional development to grow your career.
• Discounted enrolment fees for your own children.
• Staff referral rewards

Mayfield Childcare Limited, its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have a zero tolerance for child abuse.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land- the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to our Elders, both past and present.

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