Early Childhood Teacher – Watson Early Childhood Education & Care

Are you ready for the opportunity of a lifetime? Watson Early Childhood Education & Care, a brand-new purpose-built 60-place centre, is seeking an inspirational Early Childhood Teacher to establish and create a lasting legacy. With a philosophy centred on a play-based curriculum, this is your chance to nurture the team you need to bring the room’s vision to life.

What we’re looking for:

Qualifications and Experience:

ACECQA-approved qualifications (e.g Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent), or working towards).

Essential Certifications:

Current ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card or willingness to obtain.

First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications or willingness to obtain.

Full-Time Working Rights

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, including the Early Years Learning Framework.

Ability to inspire and mentor educators to achieve best practices.

Excellent relationship-building skills with children, families, and the wider community.

Relevant work experience in a similar role

Collaborate and provide inclusion support and care for our diverse workforce and clients.

Understanding of programming and development techniques for preschool children

Preferred: Fluent Mandarin language skills

What we offer you:

Permanent full-time position – 76 hours/fortnight

Annual salary from $38.58- $53.37per hour (Educational Services (Teachers) Award) dependent on qualification and experience

A unique chance to establish and shape a new early childhood education service.

Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.

Excellent salary packaging, providing up to $18,550 of your gross pay tax-free for eligible expenses.

A supportive and collaborative team environment dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives.

Extensive professional development opportunities, including face-to-face training, an online learning management system, and access to our Emerging Leaders Program.

Structured performance and development check-ins to support your growth.

Above award leave benefits to promote a healthy work/life balance.

Free undercover onsite parking.

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About the role: As the ECT of Watson Early Childhood Education & Care, you will:

Have the exciting responsibility of leading and mentoring a brand-new team.

Establish and champion a play-based curriculum that aligns with the centre’s vision and philosophy.

Foster strong connections with families and the local community to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Ensure the centre complies with the National Quality Standards and delivers high-quality care and education.

Prepare, deliver and lead a developmentally appropriate learning program that contributes to each child’s interest and emotional, social wellbeing.

Build and engage in professional and respectful communication with families, children and educators.

Maintain records for the purpose of program planning and developmental assessments of the children’s learning.

Be confident and articulate in early childhood pedagogy and practice.

Be committed to continuous professional development and apply learning to the program.

Why join us? At Community Services #1, we are committed to creating enriching environments where children thrive. You’ll be part of a progressive organisation that values its people and is committed to fostering excellence in early childhood education.

How to apply: Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

To get more information about recruitment process, please contact Jolly on 61264717.

Community Services #1 is an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals of all nationalities, gender identities, religions, sexual orientations, and ethnicities to apply.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land, paying respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their culture, and Elders past, present, and emerging.