Early Childhood Teacher

FULL TIME

The Infants' Home Child and Family Services is a leading provider of high-quality early childhood education and care, allied health and early intervention services for children and families. For over 150 years, the key focus of our work has been supporting families and children experiencing hardship or vulnerabilities to make a more positive future. We provide integrated early childhood services through three Early Care and Education Centres, all rated 'Exceeding the National Quality Standard', plus Family Day Care.

Our commitment to inclusion is demonstrated through our response to intervention model serving a high proportion of families experiencing a range of vulnerabilities. We provide high staff ratios; strengths based practices, professional development and involvement with community networks. Staff are highly resourced and supported.

This is an exciting career opportunity in a unique multipurpose child and family service which integrates early childhood education, health, allied health, welfare and early intervention services on one site; supporting children and families experiencing disadvantage and complex needs in a coordinated manner in the context of universal services.

About the role

In this role, you will work alongside the Centre Director to inspire and guide a team of educators in delivering an inclusive, high-quality education and care program that meets the individual needs of each child attending our care. You will lead curriculum planning that upholds the rights of children and is grounded in sound pedagogical practice.

This opportunity is based at an 48 placed service located in Ashfield that provides early childhood education and care for children from birth to two years.

Essential Criteria

• ACECQA approved early childhood teaching tertiary qualification
• Current teacher registration / accreditation approved by NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Completion of an approved child protection training unit/course - CHCPRT001 or CHCPRT025
• Food Handler Basics Certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate – HLTAID012
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of and commitment to Early Childhood Practice that is informed by the Early Years Learning Framework, Children's Rights, Social Justice and Inclusive Practices
• Thorough understanding of the National Quality Framework
• Capacity for critical reflection to inform professional practice
• Proven experience in delivering inclusive early childhood programs and working with children and families with additional needs including vulnerable situations and CALD backgrounds
• Demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring a team

Please note, all employees at The Infants' Home are required to have valid working rights in Australia, and a current NSW Working with Children Check.

What we offer

• Salary Packaging up to $15,900 (with Novated Leasing as an additional option)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing career development and mentorship
• Dynamic, supportive team environment
• Access to learning and professional development opportunities
• One Wellbeing Day per calendar year
• Purchase Leave (up to two weeks per annum)
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Dedicated Staff Engagement and Wellbeing Committee aimed at driving engagement and enhancing employee wellbeing
• Competitive above award salary

Application

Please send your resume and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to If you have any questions about the role, please call Simon Zhu, People & Culture Lead on