AddressABOUT US
Castlemaine Childcare Co-operative has an opportunity for trainees working towards Certificate 111 or Diploma qualifications to join our team. We can be flexible with contracted hours, depending on the right fit for our team.
Castlemaine Childcare Co-operative is a community-run not-for-profit and has been operating since 1979. We provide meaningful experiences for children from birth through to our funded kindergarten programs.
We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about Early Childhood education and care and want to work with an enthusiastic and dedicated team.
OUR VISION
Creating an environment that nurtures children and empowers them to become confident, connected and compassionate community members.
OUR PURPOSE
To provide quality early childhood education and care that inspires lifelong learning in an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment.
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY
We are committed to child safety. We want children to be safe, happy, and empowered and have zero tolerance of child abuse. We understand our legal and moral obligations to treat all concerns seriously and to report allegations and concerns about a child/ren’s safety and wellbeing to authorities.
We are committed to the cultural safety of all children, including Aboriginal children and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and to providing a safe environment for children with a disability.
About the role
- We are seeking enthusiastic trainees Working towards a Certificate 111 or Diploma qualification.
- Working hours negotiable
- Will be supported by a mentor within the team.
- not included in ratios for a period of time to ensure the appropriate learning and skills are developed.
- Opportunity to develop and grow within the team through various professional development opportunities.
Skills and experience
- Is enrolled or plans to be enrolled in a Nationally Recognised Course to obtain an Early Childhood qualification.
- Current Working with Children check.
- Current First Aid qualifications, CPR training, anaphylaxis management training and emergency asthma training or plans to obtain these.
Why work for Castlemaine Childcare Cooperative
- We pride ourselves on having a highly skilled and capable team and promoting flexible and inclusive work environments.
- Signatories to the Professional Community Standards, which pays well above the award wages.
- Excellent staff/child ratios
- Support through training and skill development
- Castlemaine Childcare is an exceeding-rated service and implements a progressive and stimulating curriculum for children
We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about Early Childhood education and care and want to work with a progressive and dedicated team.
Please send your cv with a cover letter to ***************@castlemainechildcare.com.au by Friday the 10th May 2024
If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to make contact, either by e-mail or by phoning (03) 5472 3***, to discuss this position further.
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