AddressAbout Una and Chatterbox
(Una have recently taken over Chatterbox Childcare)
At Una and Chatterbox we believe the environment offers enriching experiences for children to fulfil their sense of wonder and curiosity while learning about nature and sustainable practices.
Our focus is on allowing children to indulge in natural play surrounded by a beautiful bush setting, and our unique learning experiences will instill in children a lifetime love of learning.
This will prepare our children for a life filled with amazing possibilities!
Your role
Una Paddington are looking for passionate and permanent part-time / 5 days, educators who are Certificate III Studying or Qualified or Diploma Studying or Qualified.
The successful applicant will be part of the room team and provide a nurturing, play-based, educational program for all children within the learning environment.
What you will need
- A current blue card (Paid)
- Certificate III in Early Education and Care (Enrolled or completed) (if not yet enrolled our preferred partnership for all studying educators is First Door)
- OR
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or studying or willing to study.
- Experience working with the age group applying for.
- Positive, professional and nurturing work ethic.
- First Aid and CPR certificates
You will be an inspiring person who is willing to work and support your fellow team members to create warm and inclusive environments for children. We are looking for educators who are passionate about their roles working with young children and who can focus on both play based learning and intentional teaching moments. You will have a strong desire to build trusting and nurturing relationships with children and collaborative, professional relationships with families and communities.
We recognise we are nothing without our team; they are our most precious and valuable resource. You will be able (and be expected) to practice at the highest level with opportunities for further training and professional development.
Benefits and Perks
We are committed to our team; we are truly family-owned and operated meaning that all our team are valued and included. We offer our team an Employee Benefit Scheme, which includes many amazing perks to working with us such as significant staff discounts, bonuses and more!
“Work for Approved Providers who are also developers and can help you buy housing within our projects at largely discount rates”- Family owned and Operated Boutique Early Learning Service.
- Competitive Salary above award
- Bonuses
- Staff Childcare Discounts
- Long term Management with a diverse team that will support and listen to you - we really do care!
- Above Award Wages / Overtime paid for all meetings and PD
- All uniforms provided
- Above award off the floor planning for Lead Educators
- Opportunities for Career progression and Professional Development within a new and growing organisation
- Large natural outdoor spaces
- Networking and Professional Development Provided
- Music and Spanish lessons within the service.
- To be a part of a brand with Exceeding rated services
- Professional Development Conferences each year.
- Study fees paid for by Una, through Firstdoor.com.au
- First Aid and CPR refreshers paid for by Una
- Child Protection, Fire Training, Safe Sleeping Training, Food Safety Training all paid for and completed on the job.
Our Centre
Una Paddington is a 9 room Service (125 chn) with excellent facilities, resources and natural outdoor environments.
Una Paddington provides our children with:
- Lessons in Music and Spanish delivered by specialist teachers who visit the Centre daily.
- A visual arts program which is incorporated into the curriculum.
- Meals are provided for our children from our chef fresh each day.
- We have cleaners who work daily so that Educators can focus on their important role with the children.
Una Kids understands the vital importance of early childhood development. With over 25 years of experience in providing the ideal environments for all members of our service, we help lay the foundation for children's future success and happiness.
Come and see the difference for yourself - know what it is like to work for a truly supportive family owned and operated organisation where you are not a number, you are a unique educator who forms part of the Una family!
For more information, see: www.unakids.com.au
Don't miss this exciting opportunity - APPLY NOW!
How to apply
Eligible applicants APPLY NOW! - Please state which role you want to be considered for.
If you can demonstrate that you have a willingness to meet the above criteria and are passionate about early childhood education and care, we encourage you to APPLY today! Una have recently taken over Chatterbox, and rebranding happens in June/July 2024. Please feel free to view the website www.unakids.com.au
Please send a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, the position you are applying for, your resume, and a current reference to ******@unakids.com.au.
We have roles to start asap, and LEAD EDUCATORs role to start in July and September due to staff relocating to other Una services or maternity leave - this can be discussed at the interview.
