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Job Category: Community Services and Development, Education, Childcare & Training
About the Educator Role
CRCS is seeking passionate and dedicated Educators to join the team at Budawang Early Childhood Centre in Ulladulla. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where you will help shape children's early learning experiences through play-based, engaging, and nurturing programs.
Budawang is a small, 35-place service, offering a close-knit and community-focused environment where relationships truly matter. Our team is dynamic, dedicated and genuinely passionate about the work they do with children and families. It's a centre where educators can make a real impact every day and feel deeply connected to the community they serve.
We're growing our team and have multiple opportunities available! We welcome Certificate III, Diploma-qualified, and traineeship applicants, with flexible casual, part-time, and full-time roles available.
Qualifications and Experience Required
* The ability to engage children in meaningful activities that are responsive to their interests, strengths, and developmental needs
* Strong relationship-building skills with children, fostering trust and a sense of belonging
* Effective communication skills to interact with children, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
* An understanding of children's rights and a commitment to upholding them in practice
* Awareness of mandatory reporting obligations and child safety responsibilities
* The ability to follow direction, show initiative, and contribute at all levels within a team
* Currently studying or have attained a Certificate III, Diploma, or higher qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care
* Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training
* Food Safety, Handling, and Hygiene certification
* Knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law, Regulations, and National Quality Standards
* Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Responsibilities
* Uphold professional and ethical standards, demonstrating accountability, initiative, and effective time management
* Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture through respectful communication and inclusive practices
* Work in alignment with organisational policies, procedures, and National Quality Standards
* Plan and implement engaging educational programs that support children's learning, development, and participation
* Maintain accurate and meaningful documentation of children's learning and progress
* Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children through active supervision and safe practices
* Create and maintain safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments
* Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
* Participate in ongoing professional development and continuous improvement initiatives
CRCS is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young children and young people. As part of our commitment to child safeguarding, we require all employees to undergo relevant screening processes, including Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) checks and National Police Checks.
CRCS also requires all employees to:
* Hold or be willing to obtain a satisfactory Working with Vulnerable People registration (ACT) and/or a Working with Children Check (NSW), and have these with them at all times whilst employed by CRCS.
* Undertake a National Criminal History Clearance by CRCS prior to commencing and every three years thereafter as a condition of employment. Employees are required to advise CRCS of any convictions that may affect their eligibility to work or perform the inherent requirements of their position
Benefits
* Discounted early education and care program services
* 15 days personal leave (pro rata) and 17.5% annual leave loading
* Access to salary packaging up to $15,900 (increase your take home pay!)
* Up to 3 additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
* Commitment to supporting your professional development.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion
We encourage applications from all backgrounds. These include, but are not limited to:
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
* LGBTIQ+
* Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
* Carers
* People with lived experience of disability
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