Early Childhood Educator | Kotara

• Above award rate + closed 2.5 weeks EOY + no prior montessori experience required
• Close to public transport including train and local schools
• Shift times within centre operational hours 8am - 5pm (no early or late finishes!)

The CentreA beautiful medium-sized, purpose-built Montessori centre located close to public transport routes and local schools in the suburb of Kotara in Newcastle is seeking a Certificate III Educator willing to commence a Diplomaship or a qualified Diploma Educator to join their wonderful team. With small group settings and calm, inviting outdoor, and indoor learning environments, this centre fosters a safe and secure environment where children are supported to develop positive relationships, self-confidence, resilience and skills for life. With a long-standing team and a great workplace culture, you’ll be joining a locally renowned centre passionate about providing high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months - 6 years.The Role

• Permanent part-time position, 4 days per week, 36 hours per week
• Working in the toddler age group - under 3 years environment
• Respectfully communicate and form meaningful relationships with children, and families
• Work collaboratively with your colleagues to implement the Montessori approach into everyday practice and learning (no previous Montessori experience required)
• Observe and document children’s learning, and development in line with the Early Years Learning Framework
• Provide children with rich learning opportunities and experiences that foster their individual development

The Benefits

• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunity for a paid Diplomaship if Certificate III qualified
• Shift times within centre operational hours 8am - 5pm (no early or late finishes!)
• A privately owned centre with exceptional facilities and resources
• Regular time off the floor to complete programming and observations
• Above award rate
• Flat management structure - everyone contributes equally and the centre truly works as a team across all areas!
• Centre closes for 2.5 weeks over christmas (not just public holidays off!)
• On-site parking
• Close to public transport including train and local schools

About You

• A current Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)
• Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain
• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (or actively working towards)
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• A willingness to learn about the Montessori approach and implement this into your practice

If you wish to apply for this role please do so via the website or email your resume directly to katie.hughes@randstad.com.auNot for you? Please reach out to me to find out what other opportunities best suit what you are looking forTel: 02 8238 0200 | 0456 740 736SkillsDiploma Educator | Kotara | NewcastleEducationVocational/Professional Qualification