Job Description
Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
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Classification:Child
Care Worker
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Remuneration:********
- ******** full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
n Hours Per Week:38
n Requisition ID:REQ******
n Location: Westmead
n Applications Close: Midnight on 27 August ****
n For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on
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IN RESPECT OF CURRICULUM
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consult with educators to plan, implement & evaluate the curriculum, ensuring an anti-bias approach
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create a friendly, secure & stimulating learning environment for children at all times plan, prepare & set
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up/pack away the environment
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IN RESPECT OF CHILDREN
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treat each child with dignity & respect taking into account cultural, socio-economic & other
differences/similarities
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implement curriculum utilising child development & interests in a flexible manner
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plan for short/long term development of each child in your immediate care
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be responsible for large or small groups
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liaise with families in a positive manner about the development of their child
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consult the Nominated supervisor prior to discussing children's records
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make appropriate & responsible decisions regarding the needs & welfare of children
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report any child protection issues/incidents to the Nominated Supervisor and/or The Child Protection Helpline
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work with 0-6 year olds or 5-12 year olds at Vacation Care
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IN RESPECT OF EDUCATORS
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attend all staff, room & menu meetings
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provide input & resources to support professional development
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work co-operatively in planning & operations
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maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality & interpersonal skills
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IN RESPECT OF FAMILIES
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develop good rapport with families
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share information with children's families appropriately & constructively along with any concerns
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be involved in all methods of parent communication
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maintain confidentiality & respect families individual needs, backgrounds & situations
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IN RESPECT OF SERVICE
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participate in meetings, conferences & training courses
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develop co-operative relationships with educators to ensure a smooth operating Service & a caring, secure, active environment for children at all times
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maintain equipment & assist with minor repairs
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report shortages in provisions, so that re-orders can be placed
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be responsible for security when opening/locking up
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attend Committee meetings
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abide by & adhere to all Service policies & participate in reviews
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abide by grievance procedures & work towards positive resolutions
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assist in briefing, supervising & evaluating students, voluntary helpers or visitors
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maintain required educator/child ratios at all times
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participate in Educator reviews & appraisals
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participate in Quality Improvement & Planning
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other duties as requested by the Nominated Supervisor
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Extra benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
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Diploma in Community Services (Children's Services) or equivalent
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Current First Aid Certificate approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority
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Sound knowledge of child development with the aptitude to build a curriculum for children of various ages, interests and abilities
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Understanding of National Quality and Early Years Learning Frameworks
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Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication
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Ability to develop partnerships with families
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Experience working as part of a professional team
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📌 Child Care Educator (New South Wales)
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