Address We are seeking a talented and dedicated Educator to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide personalised care and support to children and caregivers in their home and community environments. If you are passionate about helping families thrive and possess the necessary qualifications and attributes, and can work flexible hours including (on call) we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
As a Little Petal CC Educator, you will:
• Create a child-safe home environment
• Fulfil duty of care obligations under National law
• Report suspected child harm, abuse, or neglect
• Supervise and support the daily routine of children
• Provide resources to support caregiver capacity
• Support children with developmental and physical needs
• Offer guidance on child development, and facilitate learning opportunities through engaging play
• Supervise parent-child contact visits
• Assist with everyday tasks, shopping, light housekeeping, and cooking to enhance life skills
• Transport families to appointments, school, shopping, and outings
Essential Requirements and Qualifications
• Current DHS Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• Current HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting
• Completed Child Safe Environments training
• Completed Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse, and Neglect training
• Experience working with children and families living with disabilities
• Sound knowledge of child development needs
• Sound knowledge of trauma-informed practice
• Current and valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Reliable, registered, and insured vehicle for transporting children and caregivers
Desirable Qualifications
• Training related to trauma, attachment, and children's therapy
Required Attributes
• Attentiveness to the needs and safety of children
• Sound knowledge of child protection laws
• Exceptional patience and ability to remain calm
• Effective communication with an engaging demeanour
• Creativity, compassion, and professionalism
• Fun and enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to devise creative ideas to educate and engage children
• Adaptability in ensuring the well-being and development of children
• Non-judgmental approach
Additional Requirements
• Physical capability for tasks involving sitting on the floor, bending, and standing for extended periods (some lifting may be involved)
• Ability to pass a comprehensive criminal background check
• Flexible approach to work rosters to support families with unique needs
If you meet our requirements and are committed to child safety, we invite you to apply for the Educator role at Little Petal CC.
