WHO WE ARE

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) is a highly professional child and family-focused organisation. We have three childcare centres operating under our SJFS banner, who work together to provide the highest standard of education and care for our children and families.

We have been offering our innovative, inclusive and responsive early education and care services to the Port Macquarie Hastings’ community for over 50 years, proudly one of the first early education services in our area.

We value the contribution of all our team members as each one brings something uniquely special to our organisation. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will be an integral part of our team, contributing your skills and passion to providing a safe, enriching and caring environment for children, their families and for our team to learn, grow and thrive.

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) is a part of St Agnes’ Catholic Parish, a Catholic community located in beautiful Port Macquarie on the Mid North Coast of NSW, Australia. Since the first St Agnes’ Catholic church was built in 1878, the Parish has played an essential role in caring for, guiding and growing the local community.

As a part of the Parish, SJFS receives wonderful support and resources from the wider Parish business structures, which adds to our enjoyable and supportive work environments.

ABOUT THE ROLE

When you work at SJFS, you work as part of a passionate team of educators working in partnership, providing high quality care and education together with the Service Manager, staff team, families and the broader community of the St Agnes’ Catholic Parish services.

We aim to recruit the right person to this leadership role; someone with a strong work ethic, a respect for a values-driven influence across our operations and culture and a love of learning. We have exciting leadership opportunities for qualified and passionate Early Childhood Teachers, full-time and part-time. These roles are currently vacant at our St Agnes’ Early Education Centre.

As ‘One Body’ we strive to work with our team to ensure the best balance between operational requirements and a healthy work/life balance.

The roles are rewarding as the contribution you will bring to our collaborative team will help our organisation to continue to create dynamic and engaging learning environments for all the children in our care and support the continued growth of our teams.

New graduates with a Bachelor of Early Childhood are encouraged to apply.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES

A friendly, nurturing workplace that supports staff wellbeing through various activities & resources

Working for a reputable, longstanding, values-based organisation

Tailored Relocation support package available - Talk to us today to find out how we can support you with your relocation

Childcare discount & salary packaging available for childcare fee

Above award pay and conditions

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family - Your wellbeing is important to us.

You will have access to great employee perks including Fitness Passport & discounted Allied Health services, I.E Remedial massage, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology etc

As a corporate partner of Westpac, employees will have access to special offers, discounts and financial information.

PAID OVERTIME for staff meetings - 2 x term – opportunities for training and team communication.

Generous employee referral program

We invest in you – through access to professional development opportunities and paid training tailored to achieving your goals and supporting your ongoing NESA accreditation training requirements.

We maintain our environments and keep our resources fresh and relevant

2 weeks Christmas shut down – We schedule you a well-earned break over the Christmas period by closing our centres for 2 weeks.

WHO YOU ARE

Qualified Early Childhood Teacher (Bachelor Degree – new graduates welcome)

Current NESA accreditation

NSW Working with Children Check clearance or the ability to obtain

Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and families

Demonstrated commitment to providing quality early education and care

Current first aid qualifications including asthma, anaphylaxis and CPR (or willing to obtain)

Current Child Protection training (or willing to obtain / update)

You are committed to work in harmony with Catholic Values and Principles

Passionate about inspiring a love of learning and development in young children

Intermediate computer skills

Ability to work effectively within a team and an understanding of your leadership style, strengths and areas to grow

HOW TO APPLY

Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.

For more information, please contact Cristy O'Connor, Recruitment Specialist on (02) 6588 7470.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

There is no closing date for this position. Please apply immediately if interested. Applications will be actioned upon submission.

St Agnes’ Catholic Parish is committed to providing a safe environment for children and vulnerable people. Successful candidates will be required to undergo employment screening, including a criminal history check, referencing, and any additional checks depending on the role.