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SalaryThe Forestville Early Learning Centre is a purpose-built 60 place preschool on the grounds of our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School. At our Early Learning Centre, we provide a range of learning experiences for children aged between 3 and 5 years. The centre offers Term Time preschool from 8.00 am to 3.30 pm and a dedicated After School Care service for the preschool children, staffed separately.
The successful candidate will implement the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and the Education and Care Services National Regulations and plan for a group of 20 children as well as work within a highly motivated team.
You will be responsible for all aspects of the delivery of a quality preschool program, maintain appropriate child development records and promote intentional teaching and reflective practice. You will bring strong team building qualities to this role and assist the Director of the centre where required.
New graduates or those 50% or more working towards their ECT degree are encouraged to apply and will be supported with professional development opportunities.
This is a Permanent Full-time position.
We are looking for an experienced teacher who:
- Values kindness and respect for children, families, and colleagues.
- Is committed, reliable and has a positive outlook.
- Enjoys working with a team to provide an excellent, high-quality program.
- Can develop trusting and authentic relationships with children and families.
- Has effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Can program and document at a high standard.
- Is confident, approachable, and caring.
- Have a bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood
- Be accredited at minimal Provisional level with NESA; Proficient is highly regarded.
- Hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate including Asthma and Anaphylaxis Training
- Have completed CHCPRT025 or previous - Identify & Respond to Children and Young People at Risk
- Be knowledgeable of the Education and Care National Regulations and National Quality Framework
- Have a current and valid Working with Children Check
- Agree to be a Responsible Person in Charge in the absence of the Nominated Supervisor
We know that changing roles is a big decision – so here is what we can offer you:
- Salary packaging – also known as salary sacrifice - means allocating a portion of your salary to pay certain expenses before income tax is calculated. So, on pay day you pay less income tax and have more money for the things that matter.
- A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
- Access to training and learning opportunities.
- An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
At CatholicCare, we understand the importance of children getting off to a good start in happy, creative, and supportive environments that provide opportunities for children to explore, make friends, build on their strengths, and get any extra help they need to set them on a positive learning journey.
Our dedicated teams of educators embrace a child’s right to play and facilitate rich learning environments which are relevant, intentional, meaningful, and full of possibilities, so children are safe, happy, healthy, and included. We offer a range of services for children to suit their age and family preferences including early learning and care centres, out of school hours care, vacation care and family day care.
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