Assistants and Senior Educator Positions

If you want to join a well-established team, grow roots and become part of the Okinja community, then this is the role for you!

Our service is privately owned and together, the owner, educators and management team are all focused on ensuring the Centre remains the leading early learning provider in the local community.

Our focus is on ensuring high standards of early education and care are delivered, by allowing children to cultivate their curiosity and explore the world around them.  Our Educational Program is delivered using an Inquiry Based Emergent Curriculum that involves loose parts and value of play theory.  With the influence of Reggio Emilia, our Program is based on the principles of respect, responsibility, and community through exploration and discovery in a supportive and enriching environment based on the interests and strengths of the children through a self-guided Curriculum.

You must be a team player, honest and reliable.

Depending on your availability, we have a couple of positions ranging from 3-5 days per week. 

What you must have:

• Completed or working towards Certificate III in Children's Services;
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management;
• Positive Working with Children Check (BlueCard);
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate with children and their families about their learning progress;
• A good understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards;
• Pedagogical knowledge and professional practice.

What we offer:

• Above Award wages;
• Work / Life Balance Roster
• Well-equipped modern Centre;
• Digital Documentation - Storypark;
• Supportive and caring Management Team and dedicated Educational Leader;
• Childcare Discount;
• Uniforms supplied;
• Paid staff meetings and professional development opportunities;
• Holidays - Our Centre closes between Christmas and New Year.

If you meet these requirements and want to be part of a high calibre and passionate team, please forward your resume along with a cover letter to the Nominated Supervisor at *****@okinjaelc.com.au

For more information about Okinja Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten go to www.okinjaelc.com.au