Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Child Care Worker
Remuneration:******************* full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ******
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 27 August ****
For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on ******
IN RESPECT OF CURRICULUM
consult with educators to plan, implement & evaluate the curriculum, ensuring an anti-bias approach
create a friendly, secure & stimulating learning environment for children at all times plan, prepare & set
up/pack away the environment
IN RESPECT OF CHILDREN
treat each child with dignity & respect taking into account cultural, socio-economic & other differences/similarities
implement curriculum utilising child development & interests in a flexible manner
plan for short/long term development of each child in your immediate care
be responsible for large or small groups
liaise with families in a positive manner about the development of their child
consult the Nominated supervisor prior to discussing children's records
make appropriate & responsible decisions regarding the needs & welfare of children
report any child protection issues/incidents to the Nominated Supervisor and/or The Child Protection Helpline
work with 0-6 year olds or 5-12 year olds at Vacation Care
IN RESPECT OF EDUCATORS
attend all staff, room & menu meetings
provide input & resources to support professional development
work co-operatively in planning & operations
maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality & interpersonal skills
IN RESPECT OF FAMILIES
develop good rapport with families




share information with children's families appropriately & constructively along with any concerns
be involved in all methods of parent communication
maintain confidentiality & respect families individual needs, backgrounds & situations
IN RESPECT OF SERVICE
participate in meetings, conferences & training courses
develop co-operative relationships with educators to ensure a smooth operating Service & a caring, secure, active environment for children at all times
maintain equipment & assist with minor repairs
report shortages in provisions, so that re-orders can be placed
be responsible for security when opening/locking up
attend Committee meetings
abide by & adhere to all Service policies & participate in reviews
abide by grievance procedures & work towards positive resolutions
assist in briefing, supervising & evaluating students, voluntary helpers or visitors
maintain required educator/child ratios at all times
participate in Educator reviews & appraisals
participate in Quality Improvement & Planning
other duties as requested by the Nominated Supervisor
Extra benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
Diploma in Community Services (Children's Services) or equivalent
Current First Aid Certificate approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority
Sound knowledge of child development with the aptitude to build a curriculum for children of various ages, interests and abilities
Understanding of National Quality and Early Years Learning Frameworks
Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication
Ability to develop partnerships with families
Experience working as part of a professional team
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📌 Child Care Educator (New South Wales)
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