Introduction
NT Christian Schools is a Christian organisation that exists to advance the Christian religion through the provision of education and religious instruction. Accordingly, in furtherance of the religious ethos of NT Christian Schools, all staff will be required to deliver or contribute to religious education, lead or assist in the conduct of religious services, and engage in religious practices and observances (including, but not limited to, leading prayers or devotions and sharing testimonies), either with fellow staff or students. It is a genuine occupational qualification of such roles that applicants hold and act consistently with the religious beliefs of NT Christian Schools, as articulated in the Policies and Procedures of NT Christian Schools.
You are expected to have a clear understanding of, and unqualified commitment to, the biblical basis, as articulated in the Policies and Procedures of NT Christian Schools, and to act both in the workplace and in other contexts in ways that are consistent with those beliefs, in order to provide an authentic Christian witness.
This role requires the ELC Director to practice, deliver, and contribute to religious education in a manner consistent with the Policies and Procedures of NT Christian Schools and to model a life consistent with those beliefs. The role requires the highest commitment to the Lord, the Bible, and to schooling from a distinctively Christian perspective.
This will be evident in supporting the teaching of the Australian curriculum from a biblical worldview, participating in and leading staff devotions, leading student devotions and prayer time, and sharing your personal testimony. The modelling of an authentic Christian life is a core requirement of the position, reflecting the foundational contribution the position makes to the maintenance of the religious ethos of the school.
All employees of NT Christian Schools are to be committed to ensuring child safety, health, and wellbeing practices are followed and upheld, as guided by current legislation.
Primary Role
The responsibility of the centre Director involves the application of the national quality framework standards, the approved learning frameworks, and the strategic plan of NT Christian Schools. The Director will promote the wellbeing, learning, and growth of children and staff, and manage the daily operations of the centre in alignment with NT Christian Schools policy and Government Regulations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
To effectively witness to the beliefs articulated in the Company's Policies of NT Christian Schools by modelling an authentic life of faith lived in accordance with those beliefs and general Christian principles.
To contribute to the spiritual life of the centre by leading or assisting in the conduct of religious services and engaging in religious practices and observances, including leading prayers or devotions and sharing testimonies.
To model an appropriate Christian lifestyle in and out of school, acting consistently with the beliefs articulated in the Policies and Procedures of NT Christian Schools.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Maintain the capacity to be an active team member and work collaboratively.
Experience in, or willingness to learn, technology including computers, online platforms, and data management software.
Work according to the Code of Ethics of Early Childhood Australia and NT Christian Schools' Code of Conduct and NT Child Protection legislation.
Provide leadership and management to educators and staff regarding all aspects of the operation of the service in line with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ensure policies and procedures are adhered to, ensuring the children are safe and adequately supervised at all times.
Ensure all educators and staff are aware of and respond positively to children's additional needs, including adjustments and requirements, diet and allergies, and developmental needs.
Foster collaborative partnerships to enhance children's inclusion, learning, and wellbeing.
Develop centre culture to champion a biblical worldview and promote faith in a Christian education and play-based learning environment.
Selection Criteria
Essential:
A committed Christian actively involved in your local church.
Proven ability to effectively model Christian values as expressed in the Policies and Procedures of NT Christian Schools and to give an authentic witness to those values.
Diploma in Early Childhood (as listed on the approved qualification list by ACECQA).
Demonstrated knowledge of service's requirements of the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) system and ability to perform software application for compliance.
Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law (Child Care Subsidy 2018).
Desirable:
An understanding of the Walker Learning Approach (WLA) and/or willingness to learn.
Experience working in an Early Learning Centre.
Experience in coordinating people, projects, and information.
Registered or eligible to register for an NT-TRB.
Further Requirements:
Must hold a valid Working with Children (Ochre) Card.
Must have a valid NT police check within the last 12 months, or invoice of order for one.
Must hold a current First Aid Certificate or a willingness to obtain.
Current ACECQA approved First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis.
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