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Form of workEarly Childhood Educators - Early Learning Centre
Yarram Early Learning Centre
Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)
Full time, Part time and Casual positions available
Immediate Start
Diploma Qualified
Who we are:
Yarram Early learning is a 141-place childcare centre located in the regional town of Yarram in the Wellington Shire. We have a brand-new kinder building opening for 3- and 4-year-old kinder children in January. Yarram Early Learning is a not-for-profit centre run by a committee of local residents. We also offer 2 OSHC services in the region. One in Yarram and one in the neighbouring town of Alberton. Our aim is to work in partnership with our local community to meet their needs and support and care for children from diverse cultural backgrounds and with varying emotional, social and cognitive needs. Our facility has an indoor and outdoor program along with access to a wide range of activities at the neighbouring library, wetlands, swimming pool, park, and botanic gardens.
What we offer:
- Above award wages
- Flexible working options – Casual, part time and full time available.
- 50% staff discount for childcare (enrolments subject to availability)
- A rewarding role providing education and care for our children.
- Free First Aid/ CPR training as well as other on-going training courses and support
- Free Uniform
- Employee Assistance program (EAP assist)
- Located in a regional area this role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to be part of a small rural community
- An approachable and flexible Leadership team who understand the importance of work/life balance
Skills and Experience
- Work collaboratively within a team.
- Facilitate intentional teaching experiences for children.
- Demonstrate meaningful relationships with children, families, and your peers.
- Embraces the Early Years Learning Framework
- Effectively perform responsibilities within an Early Childhood care setting.
- To be up to date with EYLF standards and actively participate in professional development.
- Support and mentor your team
Key Selection Criteria:
- Diploma in Early Childhood - Educator or Lead Educator role
- A valid Working with Children Check
- Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
- Experience working in an Early Childhood Services environment with demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality framework, including the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework and Regulations
- Experience in leading a room or team is highly regarded
- Have great communication and interpersonal skills to build and grow relationships with colleagues, families, and community members
- Ability to attend paid staff meetings and other centre directed activities outside working hours
- A minimum of two professional references
- High attention to detail and organisational skills
- Friendly, professional manner with the ability to focus in a busy, noisy environment.
How to Apply:
- Email resume and cover letter to *****@yarramelc.com.au or to *******@yarramelc.com.au with subject Early Childhood Educator
- Attach copies of certified qualifications
- For further information, please call Sarah on 03) 5182 5***
