Diploma Educator

Guardian Early Learning Group; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Diploma Educator where your passion for early childhood education can truly make a difference. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team to develop innovative programs that cater to the needs of children. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy the benefits of working in a well-resourced center that values diversity and inclusion, and where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a positive impact in the lives of children, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Educational programs and mentoring

Collaborative workshops and meetings

Well-resourced environments

Competitive salary and financial benefits

Sponsored Diploma of Early Childhood Education

Discounted corporate offers

Paid study and flexible work hours

Paid first aid courses and renewals

Qualifications

• Completed Tertiary Degree or Diploma in Children's Services required.
• Prior experience in long day-care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative early learning programs.
• Maintain meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Document and share children's learning and development.

Skills

Child Development

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Knowledge of Child Safe Standards

Education

Tertiary Degree in Children's Services

Diploma in Children's Services

Job description

(NOTE: Please look at the requirements, before application. Thank you.)

We believe in you!

As a Diploma Educator at Guardian Sunbury, 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.

About the Centre

Sunbury our 100-place centre, has a team of experienced educators who are committed to providing families within our local community high quality care and education. The centre offers quality care to the community for children six weeks to school age. We have six resource-rich learning studios, including natural spacious outdoor areas, with our resident turtle rainbow and chickens glitter and Lola.

The Opportunity

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

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

Requirements - To be considered, you will have:

• A completed Tertiary Degree or Diploma in Children's Services (or working towards it).
• Prior experience in long day-care (desirable).
• Sound, practical working knowledge and implementation of the 11 Child Safe Standards, NQF and the EYLF.
• Current Working with Children's Check (Employee version - for VIC state).
• Be an Australian Citizen or permanent Resident (PR).

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 organisation 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.
• For eligible candidates, we are excited to be able to offer educators who hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood a sponsored Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care. That means there will be no contribution fees paid by the educator! (Terms & conditions apply)
• WHEREFIT - 2,000 discounted corporate offers at up to 50% off for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty and more!
• Guardian Degree 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)
• Paid first aid courses and renewals

Apply now!

So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and 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.