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The Infants’ Home Child and Family Services is a leading provider of high-quality Early Childhood education and care, allied health and early intervention services for children and families. For almost 150 years the key focus of our work has been supporting families and children experiencing hardship or vulnerabilities to make a more positive future. As one of Australia’s most established charitable organisations, The Infants’ Home is embarking on an exciting new phase as we head towards our 150th year in 2024.
We provide integrated Early Childhood services through three Early Care and Education Centres, all rated ‘Exceeding the National Quality Standard’, co-located in Ashfield. Our commitment to inclusion is demonstrated through our response to intervention model serving a high proportion of families experiencing a range of vulnerabilities. We provide high staff ratios; strengths based practices, professional development and involvement with community networks. Staff are highly resourced and supported.
This is an exciting career opportunity in a unique multipurpose child and family service which integrates Early Childhood education, health, allied health, welfare and early intervention services on one site; supporting children and families experiencing disadvantage and complex needs in a coordinated manner in the context of universal services.
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The role
In collaboration with the Centre Director, you will be responsible for the ongoing day-to-day operation of the program, including child protection, family support and early intervention. You will have the ability to develop innovative evidenced based practice, manage people and lead change.
Essential Criteria
- ACECQA approved Early Childhood teaching tertiary qualification
- Current teacher registration / accreditation approved by NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
- Completion of an approved child protection training unit/course
- Strong understanding of and commitment to Early Childhood Practice that is informed by the Early Years Learning Framework, Children’s Rights, Social Justice and Inclusive Practices
- Proven experience in delivering inclusive Early Childhood programs and working with children and families with additional needs including vulnerable situations and CALD backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a team
- Current First Aid Certificate including anaphylaxis and asthma training (HLTAID004/HLTAID012)
- A valid NSW Working with Children Check
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Up-to-date vaccination against COVID-19, unless medically exempted
What we can offer
- Salary Packaging up to $15,900 (with Novated Leasing as an additional option)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Ongoing career development and mentorship
- Dynamic, supportive team environment
- Access to learning and professional development opportunities
- One Wellbeing Day per calendar year
- Purchase Leave (up to two weeks per annum)
- Competitive above award salary
Application
Please send your resume and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to *******@theinfantshome.org.au. If you have any questions about the role, please call Eleanor Stevens, People & Culture Generalist, on 0450 225 ***.
