Leaps & Bounds Preschool Highgate is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher, to join our warm and friendly team of passionate, dedicated and mature minded educators. Our small boutique preschool (48 children) has a welcoming environment for children, families and educators that encompasses genuine and meaningful connections. Our preschool is a Child Safety organisation that values the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and believes in a child-led philosophy that nurtures and supports each child to become a confident learner.

We believe our team is essential to our small community preschool and strive to offer more benefits, recognition, support as well as paid development.

What we offer:

Above award wages

Additional 15% Wage Retention Grant Funding

Staff discount

Flexible rostering to suit work/family balance.

Paid team meetings

Minimum 2 weeks Christmas closure to spend time with family.

Paid professional development

Paid days to volunteer at an organisation of your choice.

A management team that is supportive and experienced in mentoring, who are passionate about Early Childhood Education.

Additional unpaid leave

Staff recognition for birthdays, event celebrations all year round

Minimum 2 hours non-contact to support the curriculum per week

Opportunity to further career in management/leadership positions

Position requirements:

ACECQA approved bachelor’s degree in early childhood education.

Current WWCC

A first aid certificate including asthma and anaphylaxis.

Approved child protection qualification

Sound knowledge of EYLF, NQS and Regulations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrate high organisational skills.

Commitment towards working within the core values of our preschool.

Knowledge and respect for the emphasis we place on high quality education and environment.

If you are a qualified Early Childhood Educator looking to join an enthusiastic and passionate team at our preschool, apply now!