Childcare Educator

Are you an experienced Certificate III or Diploma qualified Educator looking to join a phenomenal team of exceptional, qualified Early Childhood professionals and be supported and encouraged to excel and further develop your Early Childhood career?

Veronica Street Children's Centre is seeking a friendly, caring, and enthusiastic qualified child care professional to join our team for a casual/part-time position. (Hours ranging from 1 day to 5 days)

You will be working in all rooms - Baby/ toddlers /kinders covering lunch breaks, planning, educator absences/sick leave.

You need to be committed to working in a team to provide high-quality care for children and will be responsible for day to day care, safety, and supervision of the children as well as to contribute to implementing stimulating, child-based programs and developmentally appropriate programs with other experienced educators.

Why work with us?
- Casual work provides flexibility for educators wanting a work/life balance - there is no commitment required - you can work however many days you want, take the day off to attend appointments, or take time off for holidays/study or other commitments.
- It is an amazing learning opportunity - you experience different educational programs and philosophies.
- You may be provided with opportunities to transition from a casual educator to a permanent staff member

We love getting to know our educators and thrive on developing strong relationships and providing a supportive work environment. We are also passionate about the early childhood education and care industry; many of us have also worked as educators and teachers so we are able to use our knowledge and experience to better support our staff and provide high-quality services for our clients.

At Veronica Street Children's Centre, we believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. Educators play an important role in protecting and advocating for children's wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

**Essential Qualities**
- Warm caring personality to establish trusting, happy relationships with children and families
- A passion for children and education and a desire to seek continual self and Service improvement
- Excellent people skills and ability to be objective and embrace change
- Ability to work in a team environment and be a creative and cooperative team player
- Excellent English is written, and verbal communication skills.
- Good organizational skills
- Extensive knowledge of EYLF and NQS and a commitment to excellence in early childhood to provide high-quality care and education.
- Deliver quality education programs and daily routines including intentional teaching and spontaneous experiences that meet the needs and interests of each child
- The development and implementation of the program planned for the children in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
- Good leadership skills can support, encourage, and motivate other educators to continue striving for their own goals.
- Build and maintain positive and meaningful relationships with children, families, staff and the local community.
- Contribute to a child safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis.

**We are looking for**:

- Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care / ACECQA approved equivalent
- We may consider applicants studying towards an ACECQA approved qualification
- Employee VIC WWCC
- Preferably have current first aid, CPR, asthma, and anaphylaxis certificate
- Passionate educators with strong communication skills;
- Reliability, flexibility, and the ability to work in new teams.

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

Part-time hours: 25 per week

**Salary**: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Child care assistance
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Rotating roster

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

**Salary**: From $28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Professional development assistance
- Salary packaging

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Rotating roster

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person