Join our team at Papilio Early Learning Sherwood
We are looking for a dedicated Lead Educator to join our friendly and supportive team of Educators. This is a permanent part-time position offering approximately 37 hours per week. Shifts are flexible, but you must be available Monday to Friday.
Affinity is a Child Safe organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.
Affinity promotes the government 10% incentive for all our educators.
Affinity Advantages
* Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
* Access fully funded Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.
* Apply for scholarships for Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education.
* Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
* Advance your career towards senior educational roles or operational management.
* Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
* Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers.
About the Centre:
Our Papilio Early Learning Sherwood Centre is conveniently accessible by public transport, with a bus stop out front and just a 5-minute walk from the train station. The centre offers spacious play areas, including a water park, alongside a friendly team of educators and management in a small, family-oriented community.
About you:
* Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent, or a Bachelor's degree.
* A current Working with Children's Check or willingness to obtain one.
* A current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willingness to obtain one.
* A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds.
Why work for Affinity?
Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It's not just about what we do for children; it's also about what we do for our team. Affinity allows our people to shine, so we can deliver the best in early education
Our Curriculum:
Our educators are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occur most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum incorporates models such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning.
Our Safety Commitment
At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children, promoting a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our safety commitment also prioritizes the wellbeing of our employees and their families.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and are committed to responding to every applicant.
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