Early Childhood Teacher – Room Leader

Guardian Early Learning Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join their innovative team. This role offers the chance to contribute to a vibrant learning environment where children are encouraged to explore and discover through play. You'll collaborate with fellow educators, shape educational programs, and lead initiatives that foster a supportive community. With a strong commitment to professional development and a variety of benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while advancing their career in a nurturing setting.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous childcare discounts

Paid first aid courses

Discounted corporate offers through WHEREFIT

Mentorship programs

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT).
• Current Teacher’s Accreditation/Registration required.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and secure environment for children's learning.
• Build meaningful relationships with families for best education.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Team Collaboration

Child Development

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Be a Leader and be an ECT!

Are you passionate about supporting young children to discover, explore, and learn as they grow into themselves through quality and innovative education programs? Have you worked hard to convert your passion into professional skills and want to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of young children? Then, Guardian Maidstone is where you can aspire to grow and excel.

Guardian believes in empowering and supporting Teachers to actively contribute to the education programs we offer, based on the best in contemporary early childhood thinking and practice. With Guardian, you have the opportunity to grow and excel in your career as part of a professional learning community. It’s a place where we celebrate and highlight great work, and you are supported to succeed.

Being an Early Childhood Teacher - Room Leader at Guardian means having a voice and the opportunity to make decisions and develop a learning program that suits the families and their children in your community. You’ll also have a great place to work, incredible colleagues, and benefits that include:

1. Lead your ongoing professional development and learning through exceptional coaching, conferences, mentoring, and career advancement opportunities.
2. Use your professional skills and passion for education to influence and shape our innovative programs that focus on learning through exploration, discovery, and play.
3. Collaborate with other professional Educators and Teachers through workshops and meetings to share best practice and learn from each other.
4. High-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Teachers.
5. Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.
6. WHEREFIT - 2,000 discounted corporate offers at up to 50% off for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty and more.
7. GuardianDegree program - We can support you by offering paid study, flexible work hours, guardian mentors and reimbursement of course fees, because we want to see you succeed. (Terms & conditions apply)
8. Paid first aid courses and renewals.

The Centre

Guardian Childcare & Education Maidstone is located only 8km north-west of the Melbourne CBD. The Centre is a convenient choice for families seeking high-quality care close to home, or on the way to the city for work. It is also a great choice for families living in bordering suburbs, including Braybrook, Maribyrnong, Avondale Heights, and Footscray.

The Opportunity
As an ECT in the 4-5 years room, you will be part of a passionate team where you will enjoy:

1. Contributing to a professional Team to create a safe and secure environment where children are supported to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning.
2. Building lasting and meaningful relationships with families, so they feel informed and sure their children are receiving the best education and care in the community.
3. Supporting Educators to deliver the best in contemporary early childhood thinking and practice.
4. Contributing to making your Centre an example of why Guardian is driven by its mindsets of being brave, positive, thoughtful, and professional in all aspects of what we do.
5. The opportunity to join Leadership Councils where you can develop leadership skills, collaborate with other leaders, think innovatively, drive change, and participate in decision-making.

To be considered, you will have:

1. Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education as approved by ACECQA.
2. 3 or more years of experience as an ECT.
3. Current Teacher’s Accreditation/ Registration (VIT for VIC state).
4. Proven knowledge of the National Quality Framework, EYLF, and 11 child safe standards.

Apply now
Be inspired, be inspiring, and introduce us to the Teacher in you. Apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.

Referrals
We offer referrals for Guardian employees so join us and bring a friend to refer and earn. For more details, visit: guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends

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.