At Nido Athelstone, we are striving to deliver quality early education to children in all places and circumstances; and this starts with you. We know that perfection may not always be possible but we push to be better every single day, working together to create homely environments where everyone feels happy, fulfilled and successful in their roles.
The Role:
- Part time position, 4 days a week
- Working in our Baby room
- Open to Certificate 3 or Diploma Educators
- Develop, implement, and evaluate the daily care routines and programmes for individual children and/or groups
- Build meaningful, trusting, and respectful relationships with children and their caregivers
About the Service:
- Based in the suburb of Athelstone
- Caters for children from 6 weeks to five years old across 5 rooms
- Very close to local coffee shops for lunch time breaks
- Utilise the Story Park platform, enriching our communication with families about their child's development and fostering a sense of active participation
- Opening hours of the service are - 6:30am-6:30pm, Monday-Friday
- Strong management team to coach and guide you through your career
Benefits:
- Flexible shift arrangements could be considered
- Open to applicants available 4 days a week
- Personalised mentoring and coaching within the service
- Above award rate of pay including the 10% worker-retention payment
- Childcare discount for your own children
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Telus Health
- Free ECA Membership
- Separate staff/planning room
- Staff birthday celebrations within the service
- Team building events + paid staff meeting
- Free flu shot available
- Onsite parking available
- Discounted health insurance through Bupa
About You:
- Hold a Diploma / Cert 3 in Early Childhood or equivalent (Essential)
- Must be available to work 4 days a week
- Experience in working as an Educator in a childcare service
- A Valid Working with Children Check or willing to obtain
- Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
- Have strong communication skills written and verbal
- Thorough understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and ability to plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning programs
- Be confident in collaborating with parents and caregivers to support each child's individual needs and interests
HOW TO APPLY:
For more information on Nido Early Schools, please visit our website (www.nido.edu.au)
Nido Early School is a Child Protected Organisation. We have a zero tolerance to child abuse, and are committed to the safety, participation, and empowerment of all children. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants.