About the Centre/Service Grange Road Kindergarten is a committee-managed community kindergarten, situated in Bayside Sandringham. We pride ourselves on our 3-year-old, 4-year-old, and Extended Hours programs, and our beautiful outdoor play space. Grange Road Kindergarten provides children with an environment that encourages and stimulates their development and builds self-confidence and social skills in readiness for the step into a more formal learning environment at school. Description We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and experienced early childhood Teacher and Educational Leader & Nominated Supervisor, to join our team in our 4yo Blue group. Blue Group (4YO) sessions are run on Monday and Wednesday 8.30am-4pm (15 hours). The combined role of Teacher/Educational Leader/Nominated Supervisor attracts a total 31.5 hours per week. We are seeking a candidate that will continue to provide a happy and relaxed environment where each child is valued as an individual. In your capacity as Teacher, Educational Leader and Nominated Supervisor, you will have the ability to demonstrate a high level of understanding of the following: National Quality Standard Early Years Learning Frameworks School Readiness Funding Regulations Child Safe Standards Additionally, you should be able to demonstrate an ability to: • collaborate with educators and provide curriculum direction and guidance • support educators to effectively implement the cycle of planning to enhance programs and practices • lead the development and implementation of an effective educational program in the service • ensure that children’s learning and development are guided by the learning outcomes of the approved learning frameworks. • guide and develop educators and families’ understandings about play based learning, and the significance of the early years in the education continuum for children • build a culture of professional inquiry with educators, coordinators and staff members to develop professional knowledge, reflect on practice and generate new ideas. Considerable experience in planning and delivering high quality educational programs as well as leading a team of staff is necessary. An early childhood qualification is essential. Applications and queries by email to [email protected] Successful Candidates will be invited for an interview. Grange Road Kindergarten values the benefits that come from an inclusive and diverse community, therefore we welcome applications from qualified applicants from all genders, cultures and backgrounds. Grange Road Kindergarten has a zero tolerance to child abuse and racism and is committed to promoting child safety, children’s wellbeing and protecting children from abuse. We aim to create a child safe and child friendly environment where children feel safe and will be supported to express and enjoy their cultural rights. To create and maintain a child safe environment, Grange Road Kindergarten apply Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme (RCS). Grange Road is rated as Exceeding in the National Quality Standards, achieving an exceeding standard in every assessed category. Qualifications ACECQA approved early childhood education and care qualification. Experience as a Kindergarten teacher is a must, ideally in a Sessional Community Kindergarten setting.