Learning, Development, and Wellbeing EducatorBidgerdii Community Health Service – Rockhampton QLDThe Rockhampton Children and Family Centre provides comprehensive, locally responsive and connected services that support child and parent/carer wellbeing, enhance positive child learning and development, and build parenting capacity.About the RoleThe purpose of the Learning, Development, and Well-being Educator is to provide support to the Learning, Development, and Well-being Officer in delivering early learning, development, and well-being programs located at the Rockhampton Children and Family Centre and ensure education outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in our community.As the Learning, Development, and Well-being Educator, you will be an active member of a team that provides high-quality early childhood education. You will support children in our community in building the necessary skills to ensure a smooth transition to school.To meet this outcome, you will be required to:Assist in planning and delivering educational programs that reflect each child's knowledge, ideas, culture, abilities, and interests and the entire group.Ensure the environment is inclusive, promoting competence, independence, and learning for all children.Work closely with families to support access to early childhood programs, family support, and health services that best match their child's and family's needs.Encourage parental involvement in all aspects of their child's learning and development.Promote and encourage parents/carers to participate in play-based activities which promote child development.Follow up client referrals to external and internal agencies.Support the Connected Beginnings team in delivering culturally appropriate learning and development programs for our first nations children.Complete development screenings & assessments as required – training will be provided.This is an Indigenous – identified position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent (pursuant to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination act). Please indicate within your application if you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.About YouYou are a compassionate, optimistic individual wanting to make a difference in people's lives, especially our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and also have the following:Be willing to undertake appropriate qualification to support you in this role.Have a willingness to learn and understand early childhood theory and curriculum planning for birth to 8 years and child development, and be willing to support in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of play-based early childhood program delivery.Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and other professionals in a multidisciplinary team environment.Ability to support practice aimed at improving access and early childhood outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.A high level of knowledge and experience in using computers and office software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and a willingness to learn and use other software packages.Practical RequirementsImmunisation requirements – It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine preventable diseases: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, COVID19 and pertussis (whooping cough) during their employment.Satisfactory Police Criminal History Check.Current Blue Care (Working with Children and Young People) or willingness to apply for a blue card.Travel as required for service delivery and professional development.What We OfferWe offer excellent working conditions with up-to-date technology, great work-life balance with flexible work hours (Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm). We also offer excellent career progression and development opportunities in an innovative, community-focused organisation where we are committed to continuous improvement and have exciting plans for the future.Other perks for joining us (not limited to):Generous Salary PackagingAwesome Organisation Culture11% Employer Superannuation Contribution17.5% Leave LoadingClick 'Apply Now' to submit your application and please include:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A short 1 - 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities, and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities, and "Key Selection Criteria" section of the Role Description.Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on successful applicants recommended for employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), police criminal history check, Australian work status, and vaccination requirements.If you need more information, please contact the HR and Recruitment team at bidgerdii.org.We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability, or gender identity. Bidgerdii strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.
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