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Form of workWho we are
Thrive Group Tasmania is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a volunteer Board. We have been providing education and care for children from birth to 13 years for over 40 years. We offer families a wide range of care options throughout Tasmania including Family Day Care, Early Learning and Care and Outside School Hours Care.
OUR VISION
To enable Tasmania’s children to thrive while they explore and contribute to the wonder-filled world around them.
OUR MISSION
To create opportunities for Tasmanian children and their families to lead lives full of possibility and to thrive.
OUR VALUES
Respect
We see others as creative global citizens and value the unique perspectives they bring.
We treat others with empathy and respect.
Integrity
We see the world through an ethical lens
We take responsibility for our actions and speak up when necessary.
Collaboration
We see each child and their family as contributors and creators.
We work in teams and collaborate with others.
Excellence
We are evidence-informed and seek to lead by example.
We deliver high-quality education and care.
Imagine working with us
Work on Tasmania's beautiful East Coast in this purpose-built 42-place Early Learning Service. Located just across from the Break O'Day Child and Family Learning Centre and the St Helens District School and just minutes walking distance from the town centre. St Helens Early Learning Service, affectionately known as Possums, is ideally placed for collaborative partnerships. Work with an Enthusiastic and experienced team to deliver play-based learning to the children in the local community and the surrounding smaller communities.
About you
Successful candidates will have:
- A Diploma in Education and Care or be working towards one.
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong understanding of the EYLF and NQF
- A current Working With Vulnerable People Registration
- A current First Aid Certificate OR can obtain one.
We offer:
- Competitive wages
- Ongoing support and training·
- Salary Packaging
- Network meeting for Centre Leaders
- Educational Support Officer - to help with the Education Program
- First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, Safe Food and Safe Sleep training delivered by experts included in employment.
Position descriptions and selection criteria are available on request.
Our mission is to provide a network of community-based Education and Care services that focus on empowering children in a fun and safe environment. All our services are assessed against the National Quality Framework, ensuring that every child receives an individually tailored and high quality learning experience. At Thrive Group we pride ourselves on providing vital access to quality education and care in rural , regional and remote areas – we go where others won’t. We work closely with the local communities and form meaningful partnerships with families. We pride ourselves on having caring, professional staff who are passionate about education and care and acknowledge children’s right to play, and explore. We acknowledge children’s rights to self-determination and to be provided with safe and challenging environments to occupy. Our purpose is to support families and strengthen the foundations of our communities by delivering high-quality education and care services to the children of Tasmania.
