Young Men's Christian Association of Canberra Limited is looking for a Lead Educator. Do you want to work in an Early Learning Centre that values you & your work-life balance?
Our culture is built on YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. We celebrate our strengths and differences and welcome everyone with open arms. We are reflective in our practices and seek continuous development as individuals and as a team, so we are constantly learning and evolving to be the best Educators we can be!
Our Early Learning Centre offers an environment full of enrichment and growth opportunities. As part of the Y Canberra Region community, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships with each other, our community, the children, and their families.
Every day is an opportunity to learn, explore, discover, and connect. Gungahlin Early Learning Centre encourages self-directed learning and embracing our connection to the land.
The RoleAs a Lead Educator, you will be working at the Young Men's Christian Association of Canberra Limited, Early Learning Centre at 94 Swain St, Gungahlin ACT 2914, and be part of our centre's community, vision, and philosophy. You will work closely with other educators and families as well as the EYLF and NQS to deliver high-quality Education and Care to children within our community. You will be supported and mentored by exceptional leaders and will be given every opportunity to learn and grow.
To be successful in this position you will need to possess:Diploma or Cert III qualified working towards a Diploma in Early Childhood Education.Experience working with children 0-5 years.Excellent knowledge, skills, and understanding of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Framework, and the Education and Care National Regulations and Act.Ability to positively network and build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.A current WWVP Check.First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Certificate (or willingness to obtain).What the Y offers you:You will get a range of benefits for your own health, wellbeing, and self, such as:
Support & well-being - Our employee experience respects and embraces all families, formed, found, and evolving. You'll have access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes unlimited sessions for financial, work, relationship, family, or wellbeing support.A leading safeguarding culture with extensive training and support.$1,000 bonus when you complete your 6-month probation in a permanent role successfully.Y Thanks – an impressive benefits program with rewards and discounts on hundreds of retailers.Free access to Virtual Y – our online health and wellness portal.Additional 3 days of annual leave accrued for the Christmas shutdown period (23 days paid annual leave).8 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible staff.Discounts on Y Canberra Region programs and services, including staff/child fee discounts.Opportunities for career development, growth, and training with seminars, workshops, and committees.For more information on the role contact ******.
SafeguardingAt the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families, and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.
To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.
If you want to be involved in a workplace that makes a difference, APPLY NOW!
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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