About the roles
We are looking for a Co-Lead Diploma Qualified Educator and a Diploma Educator to join our team, working with babies (6 months-2 years of age) on a full-time basis. We are seeking experienced educators who are passionate, dedicated and capable with a particular interest in working with babies.
Co-Lead Educator- We are looking for someone who:
- Has leadership skills.
- Is confident communicating and working with a team.
- Can capably create and facilitate a meaningful and emerging pedagogy with children under 2.
- Is passionate about children's education and working with infants.
- Has an understanding of the Reggio Emilia philosophy as well as other philosophies.
- Understands and is committed to their requirements under the child safe standards.
- Can lead and support mentee relationships with other educators.
Educator- We are looking for someone who:
- Values working within a team.
- Uses their initiative.
- Supports lead educators to provide an engaging and emerging pedagogy.
- Can engage in the planning process with lead educators.
- Is capable of implementing meaningful and age-appropriate experiences.
- Is passionate about working with infants and toddlers.
Benefits and perks
- Earn up to $69,000 (depending on experience)
- Above award wages
- Regular salary review period,
- Monthly RDO’s
- Approximately 3 weeks closure over Christmas
- Dedicated support from our management team
- IT and resources in each room
- Access to Employee Assistance Programs
- On street parking and close to public transport
- Team social events to create community with educators and families.
Skills and experience
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Lead Educators)
- Proven understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, Early Years Developmental Milestones
- Current approved first aid/CPR certificate First Aid/CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training
- Mandatory reporting certificate
- Working with Children check
- A passion for teaching, professional development, and collaboration
- Experience in planning, programming, and observing children’s developmental growth.
- Paid Professional Development
About Belford Oaks Community Children’s Centre
Belford Oaks is a quaint community-based centre, adjacent to Victoria Park in leafy Kew. On the smaller side we are a 35-place long day care with integrated funded 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten programs. Belford Oaks proudly holds “Exceeding” status as per the National Quality Standards.
How to apply
If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Holly and Suzie on 03 9859 7*** for a confidential chat!