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Learning and growing through adventure based play.
We are a proud Tasmanian not-for-profit childcare provider of Long Day Care, Outside School Hours Care, Vacation Care services. and state-wide Family Day Care services. We encourage outdoor and self-directed play, getting messy and having fun within caring and safe boundaries.
We are committed to the safety and well being of all children and young people and understand our responsibilities and duty of care to comply with the Tasmanian Child and Youth Safe Organisation Framework and Reportable Conduct Scheme. We promote the cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, safety for children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQA+ community. We are also committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for children with a disability. We value diversity and do not tolerate any discriminatory practice.
At Adventure Patch, we believe that diversity and inclusion is about actions not just words- it's an integral part of who we are. We want to attract talent to join our team that reflect the diverse community in which we operate, We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that diversity leads to more creativity, better decision-making and innovation in our workplace. We invite you to be a part of our adventurous team where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.
Experienced Room Leader:
An Experienced Room Leader is integral to the development of our children and is a full-time position. However, we would consider flexibility for the appropriate applicant.
The right candidate will ideally be experienced and hold a minimum of ACECQA approved Early Childhood Degree or Diploma.
As a Room Leader, you will be responsible for leading a team of childcare educators to cultivate a nurturing and safe environment for the children in care. As part of our team, it is essential that you understand Adventure Patch’s philosophy and we recommend you visit our website before applying.
Working within the philosophy and direction of the overall organisation, you will have autonomy in developing a program for the children and in managing your team.
You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from the Centre Leader, the Long Day Care Manager and the Educational Leader.
To apply you require:
- Minimum education requirement – ACECQA approved Early Childhood Degree or Diploma.
- Current WWVP Card
- Current full First Aid HLTAID009, 010, 011 and 012 certificate (or ability to obtain)
- Understanding of, and passion for, early childhood development
- 2+ years’ leadership experience or demonstrated ability to lead a team.
- Willingness to embrace the Adventure Patch philosophy
- Understanding of, and commitment to, working within the regulatory framework
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to work within our values framework as our Room Coordinators have a leadership role in modelling and coaching these values.
To see a full position description please email *******@adventurepatch.org.au
To apply for this position, please ensure you submit the following via SEEK:
- A covering letter addressing two key questions:
- why you are interested in this position, and
- why you would be an ideal candidate.
- A resume outlining your experience and qualifications.
Applications close 13th April 2024
