Early Childhood Educator

We haveexciting opportunities for the next generation of _**Certificate III or Diploma qualified**_ Educators to join our dedicated team at Insight Early Learning Joondalup service.
- Insight Early Learning’s mission is to be at the forefront on innovation in early childhood education, preparing your child for a lifetime of growth and learning. Our holistic approach to education begins from the ground up; people are at the heart of our philosophy; and we believe in the power of play._
- Located conveniently in the HomeCo Joondalup shopping centre, our centre is light-filled and wrapped around an incredible natural playscape. Our purpose-built facility features state-of-the-art resources and equipment designed to promote open-ended, play based interactions and learning opportunities by allowing children to move freely through the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Our specialist language, art and dance programs encourage children to become immersed and interact with the dynamic cultural and linguistic community. Our Bush Kinder program is another popular feature encouraging children to explore nature._

**The Role**

In this role, you must show a connection with and willingness to advocate for children and Insight Early Learning's philosophy WISDOM, INNOVATION, SUSTAINABILITY and EQUITY. You will be a great team player, show initiative and confidence, and be ready to PLAY as we operate on a play-based curriculum.

You will be responsible for implementing an approved learning framework and supporting the overall wellbeing, growth, and education of young children. This involves creating a safe, inclusive environment that supports diversity and encourages children to develop self-confidence and self-esteem.

**A regular day in this role will involve**:

- Actively supervising and interacting with children in your care
- Supporting children's learning through investigation and projects
- Monitor children’s health, nutrition and hygiene while providing emotional support and guidance
- Closely working with the team to observe and document children's developmental progress against learning outcomes
- Ensuring a safe environment is maintained for staff and children
- Being open to working in any room where support is needed
- Cleaning duties as required
- Changing nappies
- Developing strong relationships with children, your team, families and/or care givers
- Working in line with Insight's philosophy, policies and procedures
- Working closely with the Room Leader and/or Educational Leader to critically reflect on all aspects of the educational program
- Any ad hoc duties as required

**What you will bring**:

- A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education _**(must have)**_
- Current and valid Working with Children Check
- Experience working in a similar role
- Warm, Empathetic and bubbly personality
- Willingness to work as a team
- Willingness to work with children of all age groups in the centre

**What's on offer**:

- Flexible work opportunities
- Staff discount - conditions apply
- Anniversary leave.
- Career development opportunities
- EAP program
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Uniforms
- A supportive workplace, dedicated study time and above award wages.

**How to apply**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Joondalup, WA 6027: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Have you completed Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care?
- Have you completed Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care?

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person