Are you looking to explore or grow your career in Early Childhood education?
Wanting to work in a small, friendly service where educators are supported with great working conditions and above award remuneration?
Then the Co-op is the place for you!
Ballarat Childcare Co-operative is a not for profit parent managed community service, the only one in Ballarat. Our service is currently seeking a fulltime (9 day fortnight) Diploma qualified educator.
We are committed to providing high quality education programs, where each child is respected and valued for who they are, where they came from and who they are becoming.
Why Should you Join the Ballarat Childcare Co-op team?
• Above award remuneration and leave entitlements, wages range from $33.96- $36.75 (Diploma Qualified) per hour
• Professional development training guided by staff needs and interest
• Small service friendly service where each educator makes an impact and valued as an individual
• Consistent non contact planning time
• Low staff turnover
• Generous resource budget
• Inviting play spaces and beautifully landscaped outdoor areas
• Uniform provided
Suitable applicants must have:
• A qualification in Early Childhood Education
• First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
• Good written and communication abilities
• Right to work in Australia
• Understanding of the EYLF and NQS
• Excellent understanding of the child safe standards and committed to upholding the rights of the child and child protection.
• Must possess current Victorian Working with Children Check
We acknowledge the critical importance of children, parents and educators as partners in a learning community and respect and integrate the diverse cultures of children and families. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to acting in children’s best interests. We will ensure our environment and practices are always safe, consistent with best practice and legislative requirements including the Child Safe Standards.
To be successfully considered for this position, you must be reliable, motivated, have a genuine interest in children, have excellent communication skills, be flexible in your work environment and have the ability to work in a team.
Please contact Sue at ********@outlook.com or 53331601 for a position description. The salary is in accordance with the Professional Childcare Standard 2021. Closing date for all applications Friday April 12th. Please submit a cover letter addressing the key criteria and a current resume to ********@outook.com
Summary of role requirements:
- Looking for candidates available to work:
- Monday: Morning, Afternoon
- Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
- Friday: Morning, Afternoon
- 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected start date for role: 29 April 2024
- Expected salary: $34 - $37 per hour