Qualified & Assistant Educators at Buttercups

_**Introduction to Buttercups - what we are about**_

**‘Come join us’ - **Building Brighter Futures is not just a ‘catch phrase’. It's our passion and total commitment to providing a warm friendly home environment to ensure our children have the best possible start to life. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, then we want you..

We are a family-owned, independent childcare and early learning service provider, with a genuine focus on providing quality care, having collaborative partnerships and developing meaningful connections with our children, families and the community.

At Buttercups, we recognise each child as an individual with unique abilities and this belief is supported by Buttercups core philosophy for all our staff, whatever their role, to know every child and their families. We are passionate about early education, understand it plays a critical role in the building blocks of life, the positive impact it has on the children we care for, the families who trust us and the community we are a part of.

Buttercups has an open-door policy for families and staff, we are available to answer queries, provide feedback, support or guidance to ensure exceptional outcomes. Your family is our family - It's the Buttercups way

**About our Centre**:
Less than a 10-minute walk from Perth Train Station, and less than 5 minutes travel from the Busport on the Blue Cat Bus stopping right outside the centre, Buttercups Childcare and Early Learning Centre Aberdeen St (CBD) is truly the definition of a home away from home environment. Originating from a beautiful heritage house that has had a modern childcare conversion whilst yet retaining all the characteristics of its architectural history.

**The Opportunity**:
We are looking for passionate part-time Qualified Educators (Certificate III or Diploma), to join our wonderful team.

You will be working closely with other Educators to provide a safe, fun and educational environment for our children. You will provide care, supervision and education on a day-to-day basis, providing input into the daily schedule. You will have the opportunity to develop positive relationships with both the children and parents, providing a supportive care environment.

Buttercups roles are highly sought after, we provide our staff a rewarding and supportive working environment and a competitive salary, offering **above standard market pay rates**.

**What we are offering**:

- **Supporting our families** through up to 95% staff discount on childcare fees and salary packaging options.
- Accessibility to great staff incentives, discounts and rewards.
- Investing in employee growth and development.
- Attractive salary with above award rates.
- The exciting opportunity to be involved with an expanding company.
- Team building events and staffing celebrations throughout the year.

**What you’ll bring**
- Certificate III, or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
- A good understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
- A warm and caring personality.
- You must hold a current First Aid certificate, Working with Children Check, and up-to-date immunisation and Police Clearance.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Copy of your Qualification
- Copy of your Working with Children Check
- Work Rights Evidence (Passport, Visa details, birth certificate)
- We look forward to hearing from you_

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $53,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)