Educators for Sessional Kindergarten

Join us to spark curious, creative & confident children as Educators at our sessional kindergartens in Doncaster. " **Beverley Hills Preschool **is an inclusive, service, where children are supported to learn through play. We value and celebrate the diversity within our kindergarten community, and encourage families to share ideas, values, culture and knowledge with us and the children. Teachers and educators plan for children’s learning, providing rich opportunities for exploration of open-ended experiences, whilst also intentionally teaching children, challenging and extending their learning." " **Doncaster Gardens Preschool **provides an enriching and supportive learning environment where children and families forge friendships and develop a genuine sense of belonging. Our kindergarten is inclusive, a safe and nurturing space where each child is valued for their individuality and diversity is celebrated." **Available positions**: - Co-educator (Cert III minimum) for 4yo Green group; 17.5 hours per week, Mon & Wed; 8.45 am to 5.00 pm plus 2 hours planning time with your teacher - Co-educator - Diploma, for 4yo Green group; 17.5 hours per week, Mon & Wed; 8.45 am to 5.00 pm plus 2 hours planning time with your teacher - Co-educator (Cert III minimum) for 4yo Yellow group; 17.5 hours per week, Tue & Thu; 8.15 am to 4.30 pm plus 2 hours planning time with your teacher - You can ask about **joining our relief team **on your days off to increase your hours and pay **We want to meet you**: - Are you a qualified Educator **or **ECT student, - Have you had experience working with 3 and 4 year old children, preferabley in sessional kindergarten? - Do people describe you as positive and energetic? - Are you seeking part-time work with paid time off over the term breaks? - Do you want to work in a kindergarten close to home? - Can you contribute to a child-centred, friendly team with supportive teachers? - Do you have the skills to scaffold and document children's learning in play based, child led pedagogy? - Would you like to join a community of passionate and like-minded ECEC professionals? - Do you want career progression opportunities, while also working close to your community? **Yes. then we would love to hear from you** **How to apply** - Through the link on Seek **Any questions?** - 0437 942 438 **We value you** - Generous sick and carer’s leave, available to you from your first day of work - Uniform provided, but not required - Free First Aid, CPR renewals - Free Flu Vaccinations - Subscription to ECA Learning hub - Annual professional development / networking days - Annual appraisal and learning goals - Tailored professional development to reach your goals inc partnerships with industry leaders - Reward and recognition platform including discounts to 100’s of major retailers - Health and wellbeing initiatives - Free and confidential access to professional counsellors for you and your family members for working through personal or professional issues, through our world class Employee Assistant Program - 10% Staff Childcare Discount* at our long day care centres in Whittlesea, Flemington, Footscray, Richmond and Carrum Downs - We'll empower you to step up; step sideways; and flourish always in your pursuit of a meaningful career - Being part of an inclusive team where coming together to collaborate and having a voice is encouraged - Working within innovative environments where imagination, learning, fun and safety all come together - Being part of a team who understand the importance of building a strong pedagogical practice - Putting the children first and not budgets - Working hard but having fun too **Lighting the spark...** **We are Sparkways (formerly TRY), a Social Purpose organisation supporting children and young people since 1883. Trusted by thousands of families, we work together to spark curious, creative and confident children through our 40+ high quality Early Childhood Education and Care kindergartens, preschools and childcare centres.** **Will you join with us in our commitment to change lives - every single day?** **Child safety and inclusiveness** **Sparkways and all our services are committed to child safety. The protection and wellbeing of children and young persons is reflected in our zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff and volunteers have a moral and legal responsibility to ensure that young people are safe whilst involved in our care and programs. All children have the right to safety and security and the protection from physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse and neglect.