Join Our Team as an Early Childhood Teacher at Nurture Early Learning Vic Park!

Nurture Early Learning seeks an enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher to join our dynamic team! If you are passionate and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young children, then we urge you to apply.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS – What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to get in at the ground level of a new service and make your mark,
• A supportive environment that nurtures your potential and aligns our success with yours,
• Competitive wages,
• Staff childcare discount,
• Ongoing professional development with direct input from decision-makers,
• A beautiful and well-resourced new centre.

ABOUT THE POSITION – Early Childhood Teacher core duties and responsibilities

This position is responsible for providing active leadership to educators in the development, implementation and evaluation of a child-focused education and care curriculum, compliance and procedures. This position requires exceptional organisation and leadership qualities to ensure the delivery of a high-quality early learning service.:

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs following approved frameworks, while leading staff, supporting child development, fostering family relationships, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with the community.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can grow physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially
• Lead, mentor, and support staff within the room to ensure a cohesive team approach
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of children’s development, maintaining accurate records and communicating progress to parents and caregivers
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the room, including compliance with health and safety standards and centre policies.
• Engage with parents and caregivers to provide updates on their child’s progress and to discuss any concerns or special needs.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
• Work collaboratively with other room leaders and Service Management to contribute to the overall success of the centre

ABOUT YOU - Position Requirements

To ensure the delivery of a high-quality early learning service in a child-focused education and care environment, this position requires; passion for the development of young minds; experience in curriculum, compliance, and care; and a commitment to the improvement of yourself, colleagues and those within your care.

Essential

1. Education Qualifications: a bachelor’s degree in early childhood teaching qualification, or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
2. Childcare Experience: Previous experience in a leadership role within an early childhood setting and a strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and relevant child protection legislation
3. Experience in People Management: Ability to effectively lead and manage a diverse team of educators and foster a positive work environment
4. Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with staff, parents, and educators. Foster a collaborative relationship with educators and parents, addressing their concerns and maintaining regular communication channels
5. Health and Safety Compliance: Knowledge of health and safety protocols and promoting a culture of safety
6. Personal Attributes: A passion for working with children and a commitment to providing high-quality childcare, a positive, proactive approach to problem-solving and conflict resolution, high levels of creativity, energy, and patience

Prerequisites

• first aid in an education and care setting;
• cardiopulmonary resuscitation training;
• child protection training; and
• safe sleep training

1. Current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA),
2. A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) or capacity to attain one,
3. A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) – no more than 6 months old,
4. ACECQA approved training and qualifications in:

ABOUT US - Nurture Early Learning

Nurture Early Learning is committed to providing exceptional early education and wants you to be part of our exciting journey. Our well-resourced service, including a dedicated atelier, provides an enriching space for both educators and children to thrive. We value your ideas and expertise, and we offer a unique level of autonomy that allows you to bring our organisation's vision to life.

Nurture is a welcoming community and a locally owned business - it’s a small industry, so ask around and you will find the owners are hands-on and supportive, ensuring all staff have the autonomy and resources to truly make their mark and make a longstanding difference in the early education of young lives.

For more about Nurture Early Learning, visit www.nurture-el.com.au

Testimonial from Jasmine - “I appreciate all the support – it’s almost unheard of and genuinely means a great deal… You’ve created a dream place for people like me to work and feel confident to deliver to our children and families and a truly magnificent place for children to thrive”.

ABOUT APPLYING - how to become a Leading Nurturing Educator

• If you think this role is a good match for your interests, passions, and experience, please send us an application containing a cover letter and resume. Your cover letter should tell us about you as a person and educator and why you are the best person for the role.
• Priority is given to those applicants who address the Essential Criteria for the role.
• If you have any questions about the position, please contact Dave at 0409 022 228.

PLEASE NOTE: To be successful, the candidate may be required to provide:

• Evidence of claimed qualifications or experience
• Evidence of capacity to currently work in Australia legally
• Consent to a Criminal Record Check (Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits)