Experienced Early Childhood Educator - Diploma Qualified

Bright Start Childcare and Early Learning Centre; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Competitive salary package

Paid First Aid and vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Career progression opportunities

Direct access to Owner and Director of

Job summary

Bright Start Childcare and Early Learning Centre in Warrnambool, VIC, seeks an Experienced Early Childhood Educator with a Diploma or working toward it. The role focuses on creating nurturing, inclusive environments where children can learn and thrive, with a strong emphasis on development across cognitive, emotional and physical domains.

You will plan engaging activities, build relationships with children and families, and work with a team to maintain high educational standards.

Qualifications

• A recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated experience working with children in early childhood education and care settings.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and contemporary early childhood pedagogies.
• Ability to create inclusive, respectful and engaging learning environments.
• Excellent communication skills with children, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning activities and experiences.
• Create safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with children and support their learning needs.
• Communicate regularly with families about progress and experiences.
• Collaborate with other educators to ensure consistent care and standards.
• Support children's emotional wellbeing and social skills.
• Maintain observations and documentation of development and learning.
• Implement health, safety and hygiene practices per regulations.
• Participate in professional development and best practices.
• Contribute to centre policies and practices.

Skills

Diploma knowledge

Child development understanding

Communication with families

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Working toward Diploma

Job description

Experienced Early Childhood Educator - Diploma Qualified

Bright Start Childcare and Early Learning Centre – Warrnambool VIC

Bright Start Childcare and Early Learning Centre is seeking an Experienced Early Childhood Educator - Diploma Qualified or experienced working toward to join our team in Warrnambool, VIC. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children and their families. As an Early Childhood Educator, you will play a vital role in creating nurturing, engaging and inclusive environments where children can learn, develop and thrive during their crucial early years.

What you'll be doing

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate learning activities and experiences that promote children’s cognitive, emotional, social and physical development
• Create safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environments that encourage exploration, creativity and curiosity
• Build positive relationships with children and support their individual learning needs and interests
• Communicate regularly with families about their child's progress, development and experiences at the centre
• Work collaboratively with other educators and staff members to ensure consistent care and educational standards
• Support children's emotional wellbeing and help them develop social skills and resilience
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive observations and documentation of children's development and learning
• Implement health, safety and hygiene practices in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain currency with best practices in early childhood education
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of centre policies and practices

What we're looking for

• A recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrated experience working with children in early childhood education and care settings
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and contemporary early childhood pedagogies
• Ability to create inclusive, respectful and engaging learning environments that support all children's development
• Excellent communication skills with children, families and colleagues
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their learning and wellbeing
• Sound understanding of child safeguarding, health and safety regulations and legislative requirements
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate learning programs that are responsive to children's needs and interests
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility, patience and a calm approach to working with young children
• Current First Aid certification and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

What we offer

At Bright Start Childcare and Early Learning Centre, we are committed to creating a supportive and positive workplace where our team members feel valued and can grow professionally. We offer.

• A collaborative and respectful team environment where your contributions are recognised and appreciated
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications inclusive of the workers retention payment
• Paid First Aid qualifications and flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to modern facilities and resources that support engaging learning experiences
• Opportunity for career progression
• Direct access to the Owner and Director of Operations

About us

Bright Start Childcare and Early Learning Centre is a family owned (originally from Warrnambool) and operated 148 place early learning centre dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and care in a warm, inclusive and stimulating environment.