Role: Director, Nominated Supervisor.

Qualification: Early Childhood Teacher

Centre: Educoe

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, could be viewed as a part-time role for the right person.

Hours: Flexible to work between the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm

Pay: well above award salary – experience and qualification dependent

This role is perfect for a highly passionate and accomplished early childhood professional whose heart belongs to the children. Do you have the expertise to mentor educators to refine their practice skills? Are you a powerful questioner and generative listener? Bring your sound pedagogical knowledge and experience to support and inspire a harmonious working environment.

Our service benefits:

• Generous above the award pay rates
• Peer mentoring from experienced colleagues - work alongside the existing Director & Educational Leader who are the Approved Providers – and be mentored and supported to take the lead with confidence
• An extensive induction process to gain a better understanding of your role and responsibilities
• Opportunity to work casually at the service - prior to taking on permanency
• Funded wellbeing retreats to support you to practice self-care & nurture your mind
• Rostered day off on your birthday
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Secure and stable family owned and operated working environment
• 2 weeks closure during Christmas and New Year period
• A safe environment to learn and grow within

What we need from you:

• Australian working rights
• a current NSW Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates along with current separate approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management certificates
• an ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree (preferred)
• Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices
• Extensive experience around staff development & leadership, policy writing and management
• Evidence of exceeding practices
• Extensive understanding of the EYLF planning cycle and how to implement and evaluate early childhood programs
• Comprehensive understanding of the National Education and Care Services Law/Regulations/National Quality Framework/Standards/Early Years Learning Framework
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

More about the role

In this role, you will work within the service leadership team and seek the perspective of the community and key stakeholders - to lead change and practice collaborative development.

More about the service

Educoe is a family owned and operated service. Driven by two highly accomplished teachers, Jessica and Rebecca - sisters, mothers and university qualified teachers. With the strength of their team, and their unwavering commitment to creating a world where every child feels safe, valued, and respected - Educoe has become a reputable, sought after service.

High quality education and care is provided to 34 children per day, who are aged between 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Conveniently located, only a 10-minute walk to Revesby train station.

The service philosophy

The service is deeply inspired by Magda Gerber’s respectful caregiving approach. The philosophy incorporates a deep respect and appreciation of the child - an approach which honours infants and young children as equal members in relationships.

The working environment - a home away from home…

Educoe is more than just a workplace, it is a place where each person is valued for their unique individuality. Each educator is encouraged to be who they are, to share their identity, and embrace their culture.

‘The wellbeing of our team is integral to everything we do’ - Jessica & Rebecca, Approved Providers.

Want a real perspective? Ask the Educoe community and hear what they have to say…

‘Your ideas and feelings are not just listened to, they are respected.’ - Aya, Infant Educarer.

‘The unconditional love I receive at work from the children and my teammates is a great incentive to come to work. I love my Educoe family.’ - Faiza, Educarer.

‘I feel safe, welcomed, and accepted.’ - Tram, Educarer.

‘Educoe is an inclusive environment that supports the individual needs of each person. We are a loving family that opens our arms to everyone.’ - Kimberly, Educarer.

‘Educoe makes me feel safe to face challenges and to learn from them.’ - Natalie, Educarer.

‘It takes a special kind of person to fit into this community. It takes someone who really cares’ – Amanda, parent of child.

Join this dedicated team of passionate educators who are motivated by their love for children.

***Apply for the position***

Please apply with a cover letter that outlines why you are applying for this position, and your ability to meet the above criteria. Please also include your resume in your application, with at least two working references.

Should you like to learn more about this role, feel free to contact us.

Rebecca, the Educational Leader on 0426 438 449.