Job description We are seeking a Qualified Educator, Team Leader and a Centre Manager to join our well established and dedicated team at our South Perth Early Learning School. The position is a full time role, working Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours a week. We are looking for a Qualified Educator to come join our school. We would love the opportunity to meet you and be able to show you through our beautiful school which has state of the art facilities for our kids. We have an amazing team of passionate Educators who are caring and warm At South Perth Early Learning School we hold an image of the child as one who is naturally eager for knowledge and capable of initiating learning in a supportive and thoughtfully prepared learning environment. We believe that Maria Montessori's educational approach truly values the human spirit and the development of the whole child - physical, social, emotional, cognitive. However, we do cover all pedagogies for teaching as we know all children are different and will learn differently. We are seeking like-minded people who recognise the value of being a passionate educator and love being around kids. In addition to fully complementing and specially designed learning materials which are meticulously arranged and available for use in an aesthetically pleasing environment. The successful candidate will have: Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor in Education (Early Childhood) or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification. Understanding of Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards. Great personality with a professional manner and appearance. A desire to have a balanced life. Be an inspiring team player and positive role-model. A strong level of communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with staff, children, families and the community. Full time position 37.5 hours per week Key Attributes and Experience · Have an interest in learning early childhood development, programs, legislation and codes of practice and how they relate to the position · Demonstrated knowledge of cultural, social, environmental and ethical considerations that may impact on the delivery of programs. · Demonstrated ability to support, follow and implement care and education programs as set down by the Group Leader or Director · Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality of information in relation to the Centre and Council as a whole. · Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skill with the ability to · communicate with a diverse range of people with varying levels of education and · understanding · Demonstrated ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team · Demonstrated ability to interact with children and families in a positive, sensitive and · respectful manner; · Sound understanding of Workplace Health and Safety practices relevant to the position. Qualifications: · Completion of an AQF Diploma in Children’s Services · 4 years’ experience as a Group Leader · Have a current First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis Certificate or the ability to acquire before · commencement · Have a current Working with Children check or the ability to acquire before · commencement · Organisational Responsibilities: · Comply with all Council policies, procedures and legislative requirements at all times · Actively contribute to the Quality Improvement and Accreditation process · Provide a commitment to work effectively as a team member in the organisation · Interact with all persons internal and external to the organisation in a courteous and · respectful manner at all times · Assist team members in understanding and responding to challenges, change and conflict · Ensure that all communication (written and oral) is completed in a professional and polite · manner · Ensure the environment and materials are kept in a safe and hygienic state at all times and · to ensure a routine of cleaning and safety check is developed for their group · Follow and practice correct fire and emergency evacuation procedures as necessary · Other duties as reasonably requested within the scope of the position. · RESPONSIBILITIES · Formulate age appropriate and inclusive programmes in consultation with families and the · Child Care Assistant that meets the child's developmental needs · Ensure all programmes and care conform to the Early Years Learning Framework and · National Quality Framework · Record, monitor, evaluate and document the development of each child to develop the · programme to meet each child's needs · Provide feedback to the Director and discuss issues of concern that could contribute to the · improvement of the programme delivered to children at the centre and their families · Maintain open lines of communication with families about the developmental needs and · interests of their children and encourage families' participation in the programmes · Ensure all children are directly supervised at all times as per the Supervision Policy · Support young children and their families at separation as per the Separation Policy · Develop an environment which is relaxed, home-like, aesthetically pleasing and safe and · secure for children and staff to stay and work in · Provide direction and support for Assistants and any students in regard to the goals and · programmes in place · Consult with the Director in relation to concerns about the functioning of a team member if · the issues cannot be resolved directly with the team member concerned; · Encourage and Support Assistants to be actively involved in the keeping of developmental · records of the children in care · Actively participate in staff meetings and training opportunities as required; · Share professional knowledge and expertise with other staff members while recognising · and acknowledging theirs · Respect and encourage the individuality of each child What we offer: Up to 4 weeks leave a year. A relationship driven environment where every Educator has valuable input into the daily running of our service. Opportunity to further develop your career. A fantastic management support structure located here in WA. Uniform allowance. Professional development delivered in-house and externally as well as well-known pedagogical leaders. Reduced childcare fees. Free car park All successful applicants must have, or be prepared to obtain prior to commencement: A current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis or willingness to obtain. A current Working With Children Card. Children protection. If you believe in the same values and feel you tick all the boxes then we'd love to hear from you. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends Work Remotely No Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $50,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year Benefits: Employee discount Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends Rotating roster Supplementary Pay: Christmas bonus Penalty rates Education: High School (Year 9-11) (Preferred) Work Location: In person Summary of role requirements: Looking for candidates available to work: Monday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening Thursday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening Friday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening More than 4 years of relevant work experience required for this role Working rights required for this role Expected start date for role: 21 December 2024 Expected salary: $50,000 - $90,000 per year