Early Childhood Educator

**Are you ready to inspire a lifelong love of learning in the hearts of young minds? Join our dynamic team as an Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) and play a crucial role in shaping the future generation**

We have an exciting opportunity for an **Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)** to join our positive and inclusive team at **South Hurstville Kindergarten**, based in **South Hurstville**.**

**What We Offer**
- One (1) Permanent, Part-time role - 28 hours per fortnight (Thursday and Friday)
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging Options
- Sponsored Study Program
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources

**About The Role**

The Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) is expected to provide a friendly, secure, and stimulating learning environment for all children attending the Centre and to assist in the planning and implementation of programmes which meet the developmental, cultural and special needs of children in care. You will also be providing support to and ensuring regular communication with parents of children in care, you will enjoy creating an environment where every child's early years set the stage for a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join Georges River Council within our Community and Culture Directorate. We have a team who have been recognised for excellence in Environmental Programming and we are proud of our Reconciliation Action Plan which is developed in consultation with Aboriginal staff and community members.
- Certificate III in Children’s Services or equivalent. (For the purposes of the Education and Care Services National Law, and published in accordance with regulation 137(1)(a) of the Education and Care Services National Regulations)
- Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Certificates with at least 6 months until expiry
- Approved current Working with Children Check with at least 6 months until expiry
- NSW Department of Education and Communities approved Child Protection Training Certificate
- Ability to relate well to children, parents, staff, volunteers and the community
- Ability to work as a member of a team, and to provide role-modelling as appropriate
- Understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements
- The ability to develop, document and implement an educational program for children

**Desirable**
- Previous experience working with children 0-5 years of age, in a Childcare Centre setting

**About Georges River Council’s Early Learning Services**

Georges River Council operates five strategically located Early Learning Services, caring for about 400 children in areas like Beverly Hills, Carss Park, and Oatley. Our dedicated educators, recognized for environmental programming, uphold the National Quality Standards, with two services earning an exceeding rating by ACECQA. Our diverse, united team fosters a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Nicole Mogensen, Coordinator South Hurstville Kindergarten on 9546 4899.

**Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025 at 11.59 PM AEST.**

**Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.**
- Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community._
- At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation._