Nursery Educator

Guardian Childcare & Education; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development programs

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Melbourne is seeking a passionate Nursery Educator to join their team. The role involves developing and implementing engaging early learning programs and fostering meaningful relationships with children and families. Ideal candidates will have a Cert 3 in Children’s Services and prior experience in long day-care, contributing to a creative and supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• A completed Cert 3 in Children’s Services (or working towards).
• Prior experience in long day-care is desired.
• Sound knowledge of the NQF and the EYLF required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an innovative early learning program.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Document and share children's learning and development with families.

Skills

Childcare

Early Childhood Education

Team Collaboration

Education

Cert 3 in Children’s Services

Job description

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We believe in you

We have the same purpose and passion: ensuring children are supported to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning. You are brave because you have chosen to gain the skills and qualifications to join a profession that puts you at the heart of those critical early years, where a child starts to discover and explore their world.

We believe in you

We have the same purpose and passion: ensuring children are supported to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning. You are brave because you have chosen to gain the skills and qualifications to join a profession that puts you at the heart of those critical early years, where a child starts to discover and explore their world.

As an Educator at Guardian Childcare and Education Kew East, you can fulfil your passion and aspire to make a difference in the lives of Australia’s children. Being an Educator at Guardian means having a voice and contributing to innovative teaching programs based on world-leading research that adapts to the needs of tomorrow, truly putting children at the Centre of their learning.

Fulfilling your passions means you aspire to grow and learn. Guardian offers professional learning and development programs, career pathways, and a truly collaborative and inclusive learning environment where everyone across the organization is committed to supporting each other in their professional journey.

Joining Guardian means being part of a professional and thoughtful Team with great benefits that include:

• Lead your ongoing professional development and learning through educational programs, mentoring, and peer support opportunities.
• Collaborate with other professional Educators and Teachers through workshops and meetings to share best practice and learn from each other as you innovate in early childhood education programs based on exploration, discovery, and play.
• Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Educators.
• Reward and recognition initiatives to acknowledge the value of your contribution to our purpose.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.
  
  

The Opportunity – Nursery Educator; A passionate educator who is warm, calm and nurturing. Confident in responding to and supporting children’s and families’s needs

Working closely with your fellow Educators and Centre Manager, you will enjoy;

• Developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the centre community.
• Developing and implementing an innovative early learning program reflective of current early years thinking and practice.
• Documenting and sharing with families in their children’s learning and development.
• Actively contributing to the implementation and adoption of the Guardian Curriculum.
• Professional learning and development programs, career pathways, and a truly collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
  
  

Centre Overview – Kew East

Every day is an opportunity for growth at Guardian Kew East. Located on High Street, the centre has easy access to public transport and street parking. The 68-place centre has a range of exciting, resource-rich environments – including two spacious indoor/outdoor play spaces, complete with herb and vegetable gardens, a trough for water play, a sandpit and a two-tier bridge where our exciting programs a come to life. The light-filled urban oasis also features a range of wooden play structures, city views, and two levels of open-plan ateliers where our programs come to life. The team of Educators enjoy taking the children out and about on weekly excursions to maintain the great connections with the surrounding community.

To Be Considered, You Will Have

• A completed Cert 3 in Children’s Services (or working towards)
• Prior experience in long day-care
• Sound, practical working knowledge and implementation of the NQF and the EYLF
• Current Working with Children’s Check.
  
  

Apply now!

So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.

Referrals

We offer referrals for both Guardian and non-Guardian employees. For more details, visit: guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends

Guardian Child Care & Educations 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.

The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.

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.

The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.

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