Playgroup Assistant

4 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia Capital Region Community Services Ltd Full time

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in facilitating playgroups across ACT and Capital Regions - includes set-up and pack-up of groups in the community. 
  • Maintaining resources and resource storage, ensuring hygiene and safety standards.
  • Record-keeping and administration of group attendances and other relevant information in the relevant computer-based management system and hard files.
  • Working in partnership with the team of Family Education Practitioners and other Families team members to provide holistic support to families. 
  • Collating attendance records to provide data to Program Manager for reporting purposes as required.

CRCS is a dynamic and community-focused organization committed to enhancing the well-being of families in the Capital Region. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our Education and Care portfolio as Playgroup Assistant. This role involves supporting the Playgroup Facilitator in implementing a program at each of the playgroups across Canberra. It includes set-up and pack-up of each playgroup, sanitising equipment, engaging with children and their families. This is a permanent part time position working 20 hours per week across the ACT region.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education qualification
  • First Aid certificate
  • Current Driver’s Licence and access to a roadworthy, registered and comprehensively insured vehicle for work purposes.
  • Knowledge and commitment to the CRCS Vision, Purpose, Values, and Strategic Goals.
  • Personal attributes of optimism, resilience, and flexibility.
  • Experience in delivering programs to a diverse demographic, including children, families, and seniors.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality customer service.
  • Ability to work flexible hours on occasion.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Strong time management skills, including effective forward planning, coordination, prioritization, and task management.
  • Proactive and responsive with the ability to apply initiative and problem-solving skills to identify and address issues.

CRCS also requires all employees to:

  • Hold or be willing to obtain a satisfactory Working with Vulnerable People registration (ACT) and/or a Working with Children Check (NSW), and have these with them at all times whilst employed by CRCS.
  • Undertake a National Criminal History Clearance by CRCS prior to commencing and every three years thereafter as a condition of employment. Employees are required to advise CRCS of any convictions that may effect their eligibility to work or perform the inherent requirements of their position 

We are a supportive and inclusive workplace with excellent conditions, including:

  • Discounted early education and care program services and gym membership
  • 15 days personal leave (pro rata) and 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Access to salary packaging up to $15,900 (increase you take home pay)
  • Paid kilometer allowance while travelling between playgroup sites
  • Up to 3 additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Commitment to supporting your professional development.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity

  • We encourage applications from all backgrounds. These include, but are not limited to:
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
  • LGBTIQ+
  • Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
  • Carers
  • Mature age people
  • People with lived experience of disability

The Organisation

Capital Region Community Services (CRCS) provides a wide range of high quality, integrated and inclusive programs and services to individuals, families, children and young people in the Belconnen and wider Capital Region. CRCS works with community members, local organisations and businesses to develop responsive programs, services and activities that support self determination and reduce social isolation. Strong relationships with government and other community services enhance CRCS’s capacity to achieve our vision of an inclusive, connected community.

To apply

Please click the apply button and submit your resume and a one page cover letter detailing why you are the right candidate we are looking for. We would love to hear from you 

For any queries or if you would like a copy of the full position description please contact Ruth Whitworth via ruth.whitworth@crcs.com.au email.

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