About Thrive Group Tasmania Thrive Group Tasmania is a not for not-for-profit Education and Care provider that has been operating in Tasmania since 1975. Thrive started as a Northern Family Day Care Service and we now run a statewide FDC Service. As the organisaion grew we began offering Education and Care services in regional and remote areas where it was not profitable for large providers to go. We have 9 Early Learning Services in Regional Tasmania (Beaconsfield, Bicheno, Campbell Town, Queenstown, Scottsdale, St Helens, St Marys, Triabunna & Whitemark), 7 with attached Outside School Hours Care Services. We also run 5 school-based OSHC services in the Greater Launceston area (Evandale, Hagley, Invermay, Longford, & Westbury) and 2 stand-alone OSHC services with school collections (Newstead & Riverside). Thrive is governed by a volunteer board of skilled professionals. Vision Tasmania’s children thriving, exploring and contributing to the wonder filled world around them. Mission To create opportunities for Tasmanian children and their families to thrive and lead lives full of possibility. Values Respect: We see each child as a competent and creative citizen of the world. We are empathetic and caring. Integrity: We are accessible and inclusive. We act ethically and take responsibility for our actions. Collaboration: We see each child and their family as contributors and creators. We work in teams and partner with others. Excellence: We are evidence-informed and effective. We deliver high-quality education and care services. About the Service Located on the beautiful East coast of Tasmania, Bicheno is a relaxed Beachside town near two National parks, including Tasmania's gorgeous Wineglass Bay. The Bicheno Early Learning Service operates 5 days a week from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM catering for children aged birth to 12 years old. The 32-place service is affectionately known as Little Penguins. Like Penguins the service is family grouped and regularly partakes in visits to the local beach which is less than 200m away. Little Penguins is situated on the Bicheno Primary School grounds and enjoys a collaborative relationship with the school. About the Job Join our passionate team of Early Childhood Educators at Bicheno Early Learning Service. Develop a holistic program that puts the children's needs, abilities, and interests at the center of the program and helps them to thrive in their local community. The service has recently farewelled to its longtime leader and is looking for someone to bring new ideas and passion to ensure it maintains and improves its current Meeting rating. Role and Responsibilities Meet the individual needs of all children Develop short and long-term plans; and implementing age and culturally appropriate programs for groups of children’s learning and care. Provide experiences and programs that reflect individual children’s interests, learning and growth. Incorporate educators’ ideas and input into the program. Provide effective quality education and care that is culturally sensitive. Ensure that the program abides by and operates within the organisation’s policies and procedures. Maintain effective program-related team work. Direct educators in carrying out the Program. Follow the Thrive Policies and Procedures at all times. Report any issues as soon as practical Lead a team of educators to deliver the program Engage with parents as partners in children’s learning and development. Actively undertake the roles and responsibilities of a Responsible Person when required. Advocate for the rights of children and families, and for high quality education and care. Contribute to the development, review and implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). Required Qualifications and Certificates Current Tasmanian Working With Vulnerable People’s Registration Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Specialisation) or ACECQA-approved equivalent Mandatory Reporting Certificate (Child Safety) (Training provided) First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (Training provided) Safe Sleep Certificate (Training provided) Safe Food Handling Certificate (Training provided) For more information or to submit your resume please contact Monica Dicker mdickerthrivegroup.org.au or call the service on 03 6375 1800