Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)
Full time
$30.59-32/hour, dependant on skills & experience
Kinda-Mindi Early Learning Centres are a small group of services, with locations around Sydney. We cater for children aged 0-6 years of age.
Kinda-Mindi recognises and appreciates the value of their staff. We have a strong and supportive management team who are there to support and empower you to achieve your career goals.
ABOUT THE SERVICEKinda-Mindi Early Learning Centres are a small group of services, with locations around Sydney. We cater for children aged 0-6 years of age.
As our motto is "To Motivate, To Stimulate, To Challenge", we are looking for an experienced Diploma Educator to join the team within our brand new Bella Vista service.
Kinda-Mindi, Bella Vista is a brand new, 108-place service with 6 rooms. Parking is available on-site and we are also close to public transport.
ABOUT THE ROLEWe are looking for an experienced educator with an approved Diploma-level qualification who is passionate and committed to the provision of environments and practices that support our goal to motivate, stimulate and challenge the children within our service. The right candidate will be flexible for rostering purposes across opening hours. The role will involve working alongside other ECT's, Diploma and Certificate III educators, facilitating a high quality curriculum and school readiness program. You will have the ongoing support of a dedicated Educational Leader to encourage and inspire both you and the team on curriculum decision making and throughout your research and reflective practice.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Contribute to individual child assessment documentation and curriculum planning.Ensuring the health and safety needs of all children are supported.Provision and maintenance of environments which fosters curiosity and encourages exploration and engagement.Demonstrate and promote professional standards at all times, ensuring positive and respectful relationships with children, families, fellow team members and the wider community.Engage in reflective practice and curriculum considerations relating to inclusion and equity within your room and the service as a whole.Advocate for the rights of children and their families.Abide by all service policies and procedures, ensuring high quality practices are implemented at all times.Candidates need to be dedicated, reliable and committed to working within our team. The ability to work between the hours of 7.00am and 6.00pm is helpful.
The role is due to commence ASAP, however we are happy to wait through relevant notice periods for the perfect candidate.
ABOUT YOUQualification CriteriaYou will have:
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2+ years experience.Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Certificate/s (E.g. 004 or 012).You will also have:
A sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, including National Law & Regulations, National Quality Standard and the Early Years Learning Framework.A passion for developing, planning and implementing an innovative educational program with a commitment to inclusive early childhood practice and social justice.A deep understanding of child safety and the National Child Safe Principles.A commitment to empowering, respecting and protecting children and young people through the provision of child safe environments.Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.Computer literacy - experience using web-based documentation systems preferred.Current approved Working with Children Check clearance number.Experience with online documentation programs.BENEFITSInduction Program – including a dedicated mentor to support you in your early weeks in your new role.ECT Scholarship Program – for educators with the dream of being an ECT.Leadership Program Roles – Providing opportunities for individuals to grow and develop their leadership skills for future career roles.Career development and mentoring opportunities – 2IC, Educational Leaderships and other support office roles.Networking opportunities.FUNDED CPR/first aid and child protection training annually.Employee Assistance Program - mental health, financial, and wellbeing support.Flexible working arrangements available.Uniforms, including hats, are provided.Parking is onsite.Close to public transport - bus and train.HOW TO APPLYKinda-Mindi is committed to respecting, empowering and protecting children and young people through the provision of child safe environments. This commitment extends into our pre-employment screening and all applicants must provide the following:
A copy of a current resume;A cover letter that addresses the essential and desirable criteria;Working with children check number and date of birth for verification;Details of at least 2 recent professional referees form the last 5 years who are willing to provide a reference on your behalf.MORE INFORMATIONIf you would like any further information regarding the role, please contact:
Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a Diploma Educator? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Kinda-Mindi Early Learning Centres are in various locations around Sydney.
It is our aim at Kinda-Mindi to motivate, stimulate and challenge children in safe, secure, and nurturing environments. Our highest priority is always the health and safety of the children in our care.
We value our Educators contributions and acknowledge their skills and knowledge positively impacts children's ability to learn and develop as they are shaping our future. We empower our team of competent educators by providing opportunities for them to learn and grow in various areas of expertise.
Kinda-Mindi Early Learning Centres are in various locations around Sydney.
It is our aim at Kinda-Mindi to motivate, stimulate and challenge children in safe, secure, and nurturing environments. Our highest priority is always the health and safety of the children in our care.
We value our Educators contributions and acknowledge their skills and knowledge positively impacts children's ability to learn and develop as they are shaping our future. We empower our team of competent educators by providing opportunities for them to learn and grow in various areas of expertise.
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