AddressWe are an independent childcare and early learning service provider, with ten Centres across Perth. We focus on providing exceptional, quality care and creating a workplace that you want to be part of every day.
We offer:
- Above award wages plus bonus
- Up to 95% staff discount on childcare fees
- Acknowledgement of the demands on your time as Educational Leader – 15 hours of dedicated non-contact time plus additional rostered non-contact time for your Room Leaders – making your job easier!
- Opportunities for career growth – we love to promote within
- Ongoing mentoring, professional development and training
The Opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced Leader wanting to take the next step in their career.
Duties include:
- Working in partnership with the Centre Manager to support the daily operations and administration of the Centre
- Responsibility for the development, implementation and reflection of a high-quality program based on the Buttercups Pedagogy Standards
- Providing inspiration, mentoring and guidance to educators
- Creating a positive and empowering workplace environment that delivers the highest levels of care
- Working collaboratively with other Buttercups educational leaders in a Community of Practice to drive a curriculum that supports a love of learning.
- Oversight of each room and outdoor environment in the centre to ensure is immaculately presented creating a warm welcoming feeling.
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
- An excellent understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Standards (NQS) and Education and Care Regulations.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Leadership role in an Early Childhood Service or minimum 5 years’ experience working in an Early Childhood Service.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Ability to establish and nurture positive relationships with staff, children and families.
- Current First Aid certificate, WWCC, and Police Clearance.
As part of your application, you MUST submit the following documents along with your CV and any other supporting documents relevant to your application:
- Copy of your Qualification
- Copy of your Working with Children Check
- Work Rights Evidence (Passport, Visa details, birth certificate)
We look forward to hearing from you!
