The Opportunity
Echidna Early Learning Centre has an exciting opportunity for an amazing individual who has a love for children and education.
We are looking for someone to engage with, educate and care for our children in a safe learning environment at Before and After School Care. Are you our next Educator to join our inspiring team?
The Role
As a hands-on, outgoing and passionate Educator, you will form strong relationships with the children, families, principal, school leaders and the wider community. This is an integral part of the larger Echidna Early Learning Centre service.
Supported by a dedicated Service Coordinator, you will assist in delivering the daily program, exciting activities, playing with the children, drop off and pick up children from school in one of our dedicated busses and assist in serving a healthy range of snacks.
As an essential member of the team, you will follow a schedule of activities as well as contribute your own ideas for exciting and engaging activities which are safe, fun, stimulating and carry educational value. You will also uphold the welfare and safety of children at all times.
General Work Hours:
* Monday to Friday
* Before School Care 6:30am - 9:00am
* After School Care 2:30pm - 6:00pm
About You
* Excellent communication and people skills
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Engaging and warm personality
* Thrives in a team environment
Pre-requisites (completed, willing to obtain or we can help you get qualified)
* Current NSW Drivers Licence
* A Certificate III or higher in Children's Services (or studying towards) or equivalent
* A current Employee Working with Children's Check
* HLTAID003 or higher First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Management Training (or willingness to obtain)
Why work for Echidna Early Learning Centre:
* Opportunity to join our connected and caring community
* Split shifts/work life balance
* Access to training for development
* Programming time
* Privately owned supportive service
If you or someone you know are interested we invite you to apply. Please include a cover letter with your CV. We look forward to receiving your application and speaking with you soon.
Please note that all applicants will be screened under the requirements of the Child Protection Act 1998 (Prohibitive Employment) and Reference Checked.