Status: Early Childhood Teacher – Permanent & Temporary positions Location: Burgmann Anglican School Early Learning Centre and Pre-Kindergarten (Valley/Forde Campus) Qualification: Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) Degree or equivalent as determined by ACECQA Burgmann Anglican School provides a supportive, contemporary education within a Christian framework. It is a co-educational Independent, Anglican School, that offers a tailored learning environment for children from six months through to Year 12, across two campuses. Burgmann is structured into four sub schools: Early Learning (6m-PK), Junior School (K-Y5), Middle School (Y6-8) and Senior School (Y9-12). The Early Learning Centre, located on the Valley campus, provides education and care for children aged 6 months to 4 years old. We have two Pre-Kindergarten programs, one located on Valley, and one located on Forde campus. These provide education and care for children aged 4 to 5 years old, in their year before formal schooling. The school prides itself on its innovative and creative approach to curriculum and education and its strong sense of community and pastoral care of the students and their families and the staff of the school. The school has a strong link with the Gungahlin Anglican Church which shares facilities and resources with the school. The Early Learning programs are an important of our school. Line Management: This position will report to the Director of Early Learning and ultimately the Principal. The appointee will be based across the Early Learning programs at both the Valley and Forde campuses. POSITION OBJECTIVE Develop and implement educational programs, ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework at all times. Provide ongoing support and assistance in all areas of daily operational requirements and develop positive partnerships and relationships which support families and the Burgmann Anglican School community. The focus of the Early Childhood Teacher role is to provide children with a high-quality education and care program designed to meet the individual and group needs in accordance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), Burgmann Anglican School Early Learning Centre policies and procedures and other relevant regulatory and/or funding bodies. GENERAL RESPONSIBLITIES In undertaking all duties, work in accordance with the requirements of: The Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011; The National Quality Framework (NQF); The principles, practices and outcomes detailed in the Early Years Learning Framework Version 2.0; Early Childhood Australia’s Code of Ethics; and Burgmann Anglican School Early Learning philosophy, policies and procedures. Be actively involved in the development and implementation of Burgmann Anglican School Early Learning Quality Improvement Plans. Build trusting professional relationships with the educators through successful monitoring, mentoring and support. Other duties as directed. Operate in a professional manner at all times. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Details in position description attached SELECTION CRITERIA High level knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Standards and the Early Years Learning Framework Version 2.0 with a demonstrated commitment to the implementation of these processes. Working knowledge of all statutory requirements, regulation and legislation relating to the provision of Education and Care Services. Proven leadership and coordination skills, including the demonstrated ability to successfully supervise team members in order to achieve quality client and organisational outcomes within time and cost limitations. Highly motivated and committed individual with an ability to work independently and in a team environment, using effective problem solving and negotiation skills. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with a variety of stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to analyse complex ECEC practice issues and to effectively contribute to the development of and supervise the implementation of strategies to address these issues, including supporting best practice through demonstrated application of a knowledge of early childhood development, pedagogy and learning frameworks to enable continuous quality improvement. Demonstrated ability to provide ongoing support to the Director of Early Learning in all areas of administrative procedures, curriculum development, family and community liaison and staff professional development. Demonstrated experience in guiding the activities of employees engaged in the implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate programs. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain culturally appropriate relationships with a diverse range of services providers, internal and external stakeholders by encouraging and recognizing the value of such diversity. A sound understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and its implication to ensure a safe and healthy work environment in education and care services. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or equivalent approved by ACECQA (or working towards) A current Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) card First aid training as prescribed in the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management training Food Safety, Handling and Hygiene training Salary, Terms and Conditions The successful applicant will be employed under the Burgmann Anglican School Early Learning Centre Agreement 2023. The APPLICATION Applicants should provide the following documents, via email to: employmentburgmann.act.edu.au Covering letter, addressing the selection criteria, outlining how you would approach the position (no more than 3 pages in length). Curriculum vitae (no more than 4 pages). A copy of your academic transcript First aid training (in and education and care setting) Working with Vulnerable People registration Details of three professional referees Applications close: Monday, 16 December 2024