We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Educator with a heart for nurturing young minds. Guardian Forrest is searching for someone like you to be a vital part of our team.Your Opportunity:Inspire and support our dedicated Educators as they excel in their teaching practice.Build meaningful connections with children and families, fostering curiosity and imagination.Develop innovative early learning programs that prepare children for their educational journey.Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive, and rewarding work environment.Your benefits:Ongoing professional development through educational programs and mentoring.Collaborative workshops and meetings to share best practices.High-quality, well-resourced environments for children and educators.Reward and recognition initiatives to celebrate your contribution.Competitive salary and attractive financial benefits.WHEREFIT - Enjoy discounted corporate offers for gyms, activewear, healthy meals, and more!Guardian Degree program - Get support for paid study, flexible work hours, and reimbursement of course fees.Paid first aid courses and renewals.The Centre:Our light-filled and spacious 140-place centre has a range of exciting, resource-rich environments to encourage children to explore and learn. With access to a sustainable environment that boasts beautiful established trees, a water pump, a creek bed, herb and vegetable gardens, every day is an opportunity for growth and discovery.Forrest is perfectly situated in the heart of Civic, walking distance from Parliament House with access to public transport and shopping precincts.With strong community bonds, children attend regular excursions to the local parks and cafés where they often enjoy afternoons. We are proud to have a culturally diverse team and celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays throughout the year. The community-minded team also organizes a range of social and informative parent evenings.Requirements:Completed Diploma in Children's Services (or working towards it).Prior experience in long day-care.Sound knowledge and implementation of the NQF and EYLF.Current Working with Vulnerable People Check.Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become a part of the Guardian Childcare & Education family!Plus, refer a friend and earn exciting rewards! Visit guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends for details.Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority; Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.
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