Address
Form of workTraineeship Early Childhood Worker
Position Number: 07/24
Full time, Fixed term - 18 months
ECTARC Sanctuary Point Education and Care Service
About the Service
ECTARC Sanctuary Point is a 40-place service providing Early Childhood education and care for children from birth to school age in Sanctuary Point on the shores of St. Georges Basin. We are only a short drive from Jervis Bay and the coastal villages of Huskisson and Vincentia and are ideally located within walking distance of many local facilities such as shops, library, a bike park and Sanctuary Point Public School.
We provide quality education and care for many families located in our surrounding towns and we have a strong commitment to providing a smooth transition to primary school, ensuring a continuity of learning for each child. We are always warm, friendly and welcoming and boast a strong connection within our community, seen in the beautiful relationships we build with our families. We value each family’s uniqueness and enjoy spending time with them to get to know them to help us provide an environment that is happy, secure and meaningful.
Learning environments are purposely designed to support quality teaching and learning experiences that foster each child’s development. ECTARC Sanctuary Point has an extensive outdoor environment which has been recently upgraded and includes a dry creek bed, terraced gardens for exploring nature and plenty open space for running, ball games and riding bikes. Within the outdoor environment there is a dedicated play space for the younger children birth to five years.
About the Role
Sanctuary Point Education and Care Service is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic trainee who is looking to start their career in Early Childhood education. During the 18 month traineeship you will gain valuable knowledge and experience whilst working and studying alongside our qualified and supportive educators to complete your Certificate III in Early Education and Care.
ECTARC is also a registered training organisation. We have Training and Development Officers who also support you to gain the skills and experience you’ll need to be able to work at your very best in our service.
Once you complete your certificate III qualification, we can provide you with real job opportunities in the future.
Originally known as Illawarra Area Child Care (IACC) our organisation was incorporated in October 1985 and have a proud history of providing optimum education and training services.
ECTARC is proudly a not-for-profit organisation, that successfully manages education and care services in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven. Our specialist Early Childhood knowledge, extensive experience and commitment to early education and care for children is why we are a respected leader in the sector. We live by our vision of enriching the futures for the children, families, students and our communities.
We have a professional, experienced leadership team at our head office who support and resource our ECTARC services to strengthen quality learning and education programs. ECTARC is committed to providing optimum work environments for staff with ongoing professional development opportunities.
ECTARC is committed to being a child safe organisation. We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount, we aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe. ECTARC has policies and systems to protect children, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously.
At ECTARC our vision for reconciliation is to deepen our understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and rights promoting an organisational culture of respect, equality, equity, and cultural safety. We envisage an Australia where all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples participate equally in Early Childhood education and training to achieve best educational outcomes. Through our work with young children, families, students, and the community we hope to contribute to an Australian society that proudly recognises, celebrates and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.
Essential Criteria:
- Age 18 years or over
- A genuine interest in working with young children
- A commitment to undertaking the practical and theoretical components of the program
- A current Working with Children Check clearance number (or be willing to obtain)
Desirable Criteria:
- Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID004 – Provide emergency First Aid in an education and care setting)
Next Steps
At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries above the award rate in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC including
- Above award wages
- 50% discount on childcare fees for staff’s children enrolled in our quality services.
- Paid parental leave – 6 weeks top up.
- Annual ECTARC leave and 2-3 weeks end of year closure period.
- Wellness program including access to our EAP for you and your family.
- EC Management team provides coaching, mentoring and support.
- Annual Planning Days
We have a comprehensive induction process and a dedicated wellbeing program to support you and your family.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre employment screening and probity checks.
ECTARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background to apply for this position.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for this position all applicants must apply for this position by going to https://ectarc.com.au/employment/current-vacancies/. Only applicants that have submitted the following will be considered:
- Resume, Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and two work related references.
- Completed Application for Employment Form (completed at https://ectarc.com.au/employment/current-vacancies/)
If you have any questions in regards to the position please call ECTARC on (02) 4223 1*** or email **********@ectarc.com.au
Closing Date: 16/2/2024
