Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) – Permanent, Full time
Position Number: 58/24
Location: ECTARC Keiraview Education and Care Service - Wollongong
Status: Permanent, Full time - 38 hours per week
Closing Date: 22/09/2024
About the Service:
ECTARC Keiraview is the longest running ECTARC early education and care service, established in 1987. The service is located in the Wollongong CBD with large natural outdoor play spaces. Our central location and extended opening hours benefit many families who access the service from across the Illawarra as they work or study nearby. ECTARC Keiraview is a 45-place service for children from birth to school age.
Our vision at Keiraview is to ensure that our community feels a sense of belonging, being, and becoming while providing high-quality education and care. This is reflected in our everyday practice as we respect the rights of the child and instill a sense of wonder in a play-based learning environment.
Our principles and practices are reflective of an inclusive curriculum encompassing all children, families, educators, and the wider community. In accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), we value a holistic approach to each child's individual learning journey.
We recognize the importance of mental health and wellbeing for young children and are a Be You learning community, helping children achieve their best possible mental health.
About the Role:
ECTARC Keiraview is seeking an educator with a Certificate III qualification to work as part of a passionate and capable team committed to enriching the futures of young children. As an Early Childhood Worker, you will support educators in implementing the program for children birth to 5 years.
ECTARC is proudly a not-for-profit organization that 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 make us a respected leader in the sector.
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 organization. We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount and aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe.
Minimum Requirements:
Must have Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
A Working with Children Check clearance number (or be willing to obtain)
Commitment to working as a team
Knowledge of current early childhood theories and practice & children's services legislation
12 months experience working in children's services
Current First Aid Certificate
Next Steps:
At ECTARC, we pay highly competitive salaries above the award rate, 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.
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.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please call ECTARC on (02) 4223 1100 or email ******.
If you would like to be considered for this position, please click on the Apply Online button below.
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