Child Care Educator- Team Leader

MUSWELLBOOK OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS: Team Leader

MOOSH provides high-quality programmes for children in a safe and nurturing environment that encourages learning, curiosity, creativity, and exploration for children 5–12 years of age. 

During the school term, the position will be Wednesday to Friday, 25.5 hours per week.

Vacation care will be on a flexible roster, requiring additional hours and days. 

Hours of operation:

• Before School Care: 6:30am to 9:00am
• After School Care: 3:00pm to 6:00pm.
• Vacation Care and Pupil-Free Days: 6:30am a.m.–5:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Assist to develop, plan, and deliver daily quality programmes and activities for children which are safe, fun, stimulating and carry educational value.
• Supervise and support children in a fast-paced environment.
• Create an engaging and happy environment for children.
• Work as a team to ensure best practices and contribute to the centre's Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Build meaningful relationships with your colleagues, children, families, schools, and local community.
• Knowledge and understanding of Children's Services Regulations and National Quality Standards

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum Certificate III in Childcare.
• Diploma in Children’s Services or Teaching would be highly regarded.
• Class C driver’s licence.
• Current Accredited Child Protection, First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis, or be willing to immediately undertake appropriate training.
• Must have current WWCC.
• Must consent to be a Responsible Person in charge in the absence of the Coordinator or when required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all MOOSH stakeholders.
• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment
• Demonstrated organisational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and providing high-quality care.
• Ability to assist in planning and implementing programmes and routines.
• Must have knowledge of regulations MTOP, QIP & NQF.
• Patient, enthusiastic and reliable, with a positive attitude and a great sense of humour.
• Must be able to work 3 days minimum: Before-School 6:30am-9.00am & After-School 2.30pm-6pm with 2.5 hours of administration time in between shifts.

The following MUST be included in your application:

1. A letter of introduction stating how you meet the criteria. The best way to set out your statement is to list every criterion as a heading, and then under each heading, clearly state how you meet it. Use examples where appropriate, and do not assume that we will know you can do something.
2. A resume covering education, work history, specialist skills, and personal qualities, along with contact numbers for you and the names and phone numbers of two referees who can advise the panel on your relevant skills and experience.

Applications should be emailed to: *****@uhcs.org.au

Applications close May 10th 2024.