Employer of Choice in Education for 2025
* Excellent resources and development opportunities
* Comprehensive wellbeing and family-friendly benefits
The Role
We are currently seeking co‐educators who will assist in implementing a care program catering to the individual needs of each child within a group setting. Co‐educators play a crucial role at Sheldon College, with each day offering a variety‐filled and dynamic experience. Primary duties include supervising and interacting with the children, setting up activities, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all at our ELC facilities. This role includes a strong responsibility for child safety and wellbeing, ensuring all practices align with legislative requirements and the College's Child Safety and Wellbeing framework. Full‐time and casual positions available.
Why work at Sheldon College?
Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 - a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference, and we invest in our staff through industry‐leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.
Our Leading, Comprehensive Benefits Include
* Above Award remuneration.
* Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co‐Contribution.
* College‐paid Parental Leave.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
* Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym and Optometry.
* Employee fee discounts at our Early Learning Centre and Prep‐12 College.
* Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.
* Paid Staff Pop‐Up Health clinics on site every Term including Massage, Skin Checks, Flu Vacc and Body Scans.
* Coffee & Cake Days each term, with regular team BBQs and lunches.
* Staffroom essentials: bread, raisin toast, condiments, tea, coffee, milk.
* Funded Professional Development with supported release time.
* Paid Staff Study and Scholarship Program including ELC team members to complete Diploma or Bachelor.
About You
* Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent) or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
* Current Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting certificate.
* Current ACECQA‐approved Anaphylaxis and Emergency Asthma Management Training.
* Ability to create a safe, secure learning environment where individual differences are respected and valued.
* Strong team orientation with the willingness to contribute and collaborate.
* Ability to establish effective relationships with colleagues, parents and the wider community.
* Demonstrated professional communication skills.
* High standards of personal integrity and professionalism.
* Model the 4C's - Courtesy, Consideration, Cooperation and Common Sense.
* Uphold the professional expectations of Sheldon College at all times.
Child Safety and Wellbeing
* Hold or be able to obtain a valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
* Demonstrated understanding of child safety, duty of care and mandatory reporting obligations.
* Completion of accredited Child Protection Training.
* Completion of Child Safety Training in accordance with Child Safe Standards (e.g. CHCPRT025 or equivalent), or willingness to obtain upon commencement.
* Ability to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all children.
* Commitment to complying with the College's Student Safety and Wellbeing policies and procedures.
About Us
Sheldon College is an independent, co‐educational, non‐denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first‐class curriculum in the academic, sporting and cultural arenas with access to state‐of‐the‐art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities. Our Educators are our most valuable investment. Every member of our Early Learning staff plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of Love, Laughter and Learning.
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