Assistant Educator

• Generous staff incentives and remuneration: We pay above award! Starting salary for all staff is 6% above the award rate and we continuously reward staff with a higher percentage the longer they have been with the company, 60% staff childcare discounts for all educators, all expenses paid social gatherings, $50 yearly birthday vouchers, Christmas gifts.
• Fun budget: Avenues dedicates a generous budget annually to provide opportunities for our staff to go to an all expenses paid social hang out and do team building activities together multiple times throughout the year!
• Bonuses: We offer a GENEROUS referral bonus for staff who refer other friends & family to come work within our centres!
• Ongoing professional development: Ongoing training, learning and leadership opportunities for all staff.
• Job security: This is a permanent part-time position
• Great culture: Be part of a caring and respectful team, that bands together to ensure everyone feels appreciated.

About us

Avenues Early Learning Centre- Murarrie is part of a family owned and operated company with 16 centres across Brisbane. Our centre is conveniently located within a 5 minute walk from Cannon Hill Plaza and Bus exchange and 10 minute walk from Murarrie train station. We are situated in a quiet street and boast spacious play areas including outdoor areas with lots of natural trees, dirt pits and local birdlife that visit us daily.

Avenues Murarrie care for up to 113 children each day with 8 play rooms across the service catering for Nursery to Kindergarten age groups. We value positive relationships and making the most of each day, enjoying time with our children to explore, investigate and discover.

Our staffing team is made up of dedicated educators that work incredibly hard to implement amazing opportunities for our children. Our team regularly encourages each other to feel included through wacky and wellness days and joining in together for centre wide get-togethers.

The opportunity

We are seeking an inspiring Early Childhood Educator that fits into the unique culture of our wonderful team. We believe in a play based, emergent curriculum that focuses on a holistic approach to teaching. Must be available 5 days a week between 6am and 6pm to start immediately with regular fixed days.

We have a permanent part-time role available. The ideal candidate would have 5 day availibilty Monday- Friday, but also invite applicaitons for those with full availibilty Monday-Wednesday.

We're seeking an Early Childhood Educator who values:

• Building safe, secure and trusting friendships with children, their families and our team of educators.
• Fun, play and laughter in their day and teaching practices.
• The development of partnerships with families.
• Open and respectful communication.
• The importance of contributing equally to the practices and procedures of a long day care service.
• A collaborative partnership with the services Educational Leader.

Skills & requirements

• Minimum of Cert III Early Childhood Education
• A current and valid Working with Children's Check (Blue Card)
• Hold a current senior First Aid, CPR & Asthma and Anaphylaxis training certificates
• Have a good understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Have a moderate to high level of computer skills in order to use our online programming software
• Proficient in oral and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal skills (ability to build rapport with families, colleagues, stakeholders and members of the community)
• Must be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccination

How to apply

If you would like to join our team please APPLY NOW, and include your cover letter and a copy of your resume.

Please note due to the high level of interest, only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 37.5 per week

Salary: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• MURARRIE, QLD 4172: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Certificate I - IV (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person