Educational Leader

**Qualification**:Early Childhood Teacher

**Employment Type**:Permanent Full Time, could be viewed as a part-time role for the right person.

**Hours**: Flexible to work a 8-hour shift between the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm

**Pay**:Ranges - _experience and qualification dependent_

**Our service benefits**:

- Peer mentoring - work alongside the existing Educational Leader who is the Approved Provider - and be mentored and supported to take the lead with confidence
- An extensive induction process to gain a better understanding of your role and responsibilities
- Opportunity to work casually at the service - prior to taking on permanency
- Funded wellbeing retreats to support you to practice self-care & nurture your mind
- Rostered day off on your birthday
- Flexible working arrangements with a generous allocation to non-contact time hours to fulfill responsibilities
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Secure and stable family-orientated working environment
- 2 weeks closure during Christmas and New Year period
- A safe environment to learn and grow within

**What we need from you**:

- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education), preferred
- Current Child Protection, First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certifications or be willing to obtain
- Extensive understanding of the EYLF planning cycle
- Highly proficient in creating, implementing (evidence-based) and evaluating an early childhood program.
- Extensive understanding of the National Quality Standard - Quality Areas 1, 3, 4, 5-6
- Draw on educators strengths to develop professional skills and confidence
- Assist educators to understand and implement reflective practice and leading critical reflection discussions to examine policies, programs and practice.
- Strong knowledge of Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children
- Comprehensive understanding of the National Education and Care Services Law/Regulations/National Quality Framework/Standards/Early Years Learning Framework
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Current Working with Children Check

**More about the role**

In this role, you will work collaboratively to seek the perspective of the community and key stakeholders - to lead change, foster shared responsibility and support professional accountability.

**The service - Educoe**

Educoe is a family owned and operated service. Driven by two highly accomplished teachers, Jessica and Rebecca - sisters, mothers and university qualified teachers. With the strength of their team, and their unwavering commitment to creating a world where every child feels safe, valued, and respected - Educoe has become a reputable, sought after service.

High quality education and care is provided to 34 children per day, who are aged between 6 weeks to 6 years old.
- Conveniently located, only a 10-minute walk to Revesby train station. _

**The philosophy**

The service is deeply inspired by Magda Gerber’s respectful caregiving approach. The philosophy incorporates a deep respect and appreciation of the child - an approach which honours infants and young children as equal members in relationships.

**The working environment -**_a home away from home _

Educoe is more than just a workplace, it is a place where each person is valued for their unique individuality. Each educator is encouraged to be who they are, to share their identity, and embrace their culture.
- ‘The wellbeing of our team is integral to everything we do’ - Jessica & Rebecca, Approved Providers. _

**Want a real perspective? Ask the Educoe community and hear what they have to say**

‘Your ideas and feelings are not just listened to, they are respected.’ - Aya, Infant Educarer.

‘The unconditional love I receive at work from the children and my teammates is a great incentive to come to work. I love my Educoe family.’ - Faiza, Toddler Educarer.

‘I feel safe, welcomed, and accepted.’ - Tram, Toddler Educarer.

‘Educoe is an inclusive environment that supports the individual needs of each person. We are a loving family that opens our arms to everyone.’ - Kimberly, Preschool Educarer.

‘Educoe makes me feel safe to face challenges and to learn from them.’ - Natalie, Support Educator.
- ‘It takes a special kind of person to fit into this community. It takes someone who really cares’ - Amanda, parent of child. _

**Join this dedicated team of passionate educators who are motivated by their love for children.**

Should you like to learn more about this role, feel free to contact us.

Rebecca, the Educational Leader on 0426 438 449.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $40.00 - $56.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Educational Leader: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person