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SalaryCastle Hill Funhouse, CASTLE HILL 2154
Castle Hill Funhouse is a large Before and After School Care/Vacation Care Centre (240-places), located in the heart of Castle Hill, opposite Castle Towers. We are a large team of friendly, passionate and skilled Educators and Management.
Our service is looking for a dynamic, confident leader in the Early Childhood Industry to join our management team whilst our current Educational Leader takes leave to have her baby. We want someone who is looking to showcase their leadership skills and knowledge of the MTOP, NQF, ChildSafe Standards and Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander Practises. You will be working collaboratively with the Managment Team to ensure our Centre is a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a dynamic team.
What you will get, when you join our friendly team
- Above-Award hourly rates and work-life balance working with a large and friendly team.
- Additional Educational Leader Allowance!
- An opportunity to showcase and grow your knowledge and leadership & the opportunity to remain within the service, once your contract as ended if you wish to.
- Work with a supportive team and be part of a wonderful leadership team in a leading Before and After School Care Service.
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
- A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one.
- First Aid Certificate including training in asthma and anaphylaxis, CPR or is willing to obtain it.
- Child Protection Course
Essential Skills and Attributes
- A comprehensive understanding of the My Time Our Place, and the National Quality Standard to ensure best practices.
- Ability to guide, mentor and support a team of educators, fostering a culture of professional reflection and continuous improvement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with educators, families and external agencies.
- Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating high-quality educational programs as well as Newsletters and Vacation Care planning.
- Demonstrated capacity to reflect on practices, seek feedback and engage in ongoing professional learning.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with families, children, colleagues and the broader community.
Desirable Skills and Knowledge
- Proven track record as an effective leader or mentor in a before and after school setting or child care setting
- Ensuring all children have equitable access to learning opportunities, catering to diverse needs.
- Understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations.
- Participation in ongoing training and professional development to remain updated with sector changes.
- Capability to use relevant software and technology for documentation, communication and planning.
If you aren't an exact match, you can still apply!
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Please submit your resume via the "Apply Now" button which will direct you to our internal application site. Please create an account to commence your application.
If there is anything further you would like to know about Castle Hill Funhouse, please email us on ****@castlehillfunhouse.com.au and we will be happy to answer any questions.
