Early Childhood Educator

Competitive pay-enjoy above award wages
- Beautiful new precinct-upgraded early years learning spaces
- Enjoy the holidays-2 week Christmas & New Year closure

Are you an enthusiastic and caring educator with a passion for child-led learning? Moreton Bay College Early Learning Centre is seeking a dedicated **Early Childhood Assistant Educator** to join our nurturing and innovative team two days per week in a fixed term capacity until the end of 2025.

Our Centre embraces a **Reggio Emilia-inspired approach**, fostering inquiry-based learning in a safe and supportive environment for children aged 15 months to 4 years. We are proud to offer a modern, purpose-built facility adjacent to our Prep campus, operating Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 6:00pm.

The Early Childhood Assistant Educator is responsible to the Deputy Head of Primary - Early Learning, but ultimately is responsible to the Head of Primary. All staff are employed by the Principal.

All staff need to be supportive of the values, Christian ethos and Ethical Statement of this Uniting Church Day school from EY-12.

Further Information

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assisting with the implementation of the Early Childhood Program.
- Engaging with and working alongside children to support their learning.
- Work with individuals and groups of children to support their learning.
- At times, take a whole group session e.g. reading a story and supervise transitions.
- Help prepare provocations/ learning experiences.
- Help maintain the learning environment, resources and equipment.
- Understanding and working according to the Early Learning Centre Policies
- Work in partnership with children and families to support learning outcomes
- Complete light cleaning duties as required.
- Assist with administration duties as required.
- Ensuring the health and safety of all children in their care.
- Engage in professional discussions about the learning program and continuous improvement.
- Awareness of the regulations associated with the early education and care industry
- Awareness of planning for children’s learning experiences through the EYLF
- Other duties may be assigned by teachers or the leadership team.

**CERTIFICATES, QUALIFICATIONS REGISTRATIONS**
- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or working towards an Equivalent Early Childhood Qualification.
- A good understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
- Working with Children Suitability Card is essential.
- A current first aid certificate is required prior to commencement.
- Current Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates are desirable.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
- Newly renovated Centre with modern amenities
- Large outdoor yards
- The Early Learning Centre has a staff work space and lunchroom.
- This role can require a high level of physical activity and requires a physically capable individual.
- On occasion there will be a need to lift a child (approx weight 15kg)
- Excellent auditory and visual capacity is required because of child safety.

**CONDITIONS AND BENEFITS**
- 2 days fixed term until end of the year with likelihood of extension.
- Additional Casual hours available for available days.
- Closed for 2 weeks during Christmas & New Year period.
- Above award rates.
- Branded t-shirt provided
- Financial support for Professional Development/Courses for growth
- First Aid qualifications paid for.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Engaged community with high parent engagement and long-standing connections.

**APPLICATION**
- a current CV that clearly details experience, particularly in relation to the above skills and abilities;
- any additional information you may wish to submit; and
- the names and contact details of two professional referees.

**Please note, all applicants must declare**:

- any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions that would prevent you from performing this job
- any convictions of any criminal offences
- that all information supplied is accurate and complete

**Applications close July 31 2025 at 9am**

**Please note: only those applicants shortlisted will be contacted after the closing date.