Job Description

Salary Range: $75,000 – $95,000 per annum plus super

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Responsibilities

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In respect to Programming

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- To be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of the daily program for the individual children or groups.
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- To be responsible for planning and preparing the environment, setting up interest based experiences, preparing and clearing away materials and supplies.
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- Identify children's interest and use these to inform the program.
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- To critically reflect on the program and use these reflections to drive improvement.
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- Document the learning of individual children for program planning purposes and to monitor their progress against learning outcomes while reflecting the Early Years Learning Framework.
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- Have an actively anti bias approach which is reflected in interactions with children, families and staff.
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- Keep up to date with current development in the Early Childhood sector.
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- Develop, implement and evaluate daily care routines.
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In respect to the Staff

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- Respect and support colleagues, developing positive channels of communication to ensure a smooth running service.
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- Contribute toward a healthy team environment.
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- Collaborate with staff to ensure that the program in continually improving.
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- Share knowledge gained through formal training with colleagues.
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- Act as a mentor to new/less qualified members of staff.
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In respect to the Service

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- Work according to the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011 and the Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Act 2010.
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- Commitment to quality improvement according to the National Quality Standards of the National Quality Framework.
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- Work in accordance with the ECA Code of Ethics.
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- To develop a co-operative relationship with all members of staff,



to ensure a smoothly operating service and a consistently caring, secure and active environment for all the children at all times.
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- To share cleaning responsibilities in ensure the service environment and equipment is safe and hygienic.
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- Contribute and commit to service's QIP, the service's vision/mission statement and its philosophy.
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- Be aware of government regulations, guidelines pertaining to children's services and be competent and prepared to assist the Nominated Supervisor.
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- Comply with and assist in reviewing policies and procedures of the service.
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- Attend and contribute to staff meetings *
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- Maintain the ability to use information technology.
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- Any other duties, within the scope of the position, as specified by the Nominated Supervisor.
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Key Responsibilities

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In respect to the Families

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- Maintain positive relationships and inclusive practices with families, children.
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- To attend parent meetings *
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- Encourage families to participate in service decision making and experiences.
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- Advocate for children and families.
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- Create a safe, supportive and informative environment for families.
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- Act as a resource person for families.
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In respect to Child Protection

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- To assist the head of agency to comply with child protection in the workplace– responding to allegations of reportable conduct against employees.
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- Inform the head of agency of all allegations or convictions of a child protection nature against an employee, of which you become aware.
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- Ensure compliance as a mandatory reporter, which requires reporting to The Child Protection Helpline, where there is significant risk of harm to a child or young person.
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In respect to WH&S;

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- Report all workplace accidents and hazards to your supervisor Implement immediate action for identified hazards if able to do so.
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- Follow all WH&S; policies & procedures.
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- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
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Skill & Experience

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In respect of Themselves

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- To conduct oneself in a skilled manner by maintaining ethical standards.
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- To dress neatly and appropriately at all times.
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- To maintain personal hygiene.
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- Sign on and off each day, read staff communication book and be aware of legal and ethical responsibilities.
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- Assume extra duties necessary to the function of the service.
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- To be punctual.
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- Participate in staff development, performance appraisals and training programs in order to improve professional practice.
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- Notify the Nominated Supervisor as soon as possible of any intended absence.
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- Work at all times towards the service philosophy and abide by the policies of the service.
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In respect to the Community

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- Distribute information to assist families to access resources within our community.
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- Be an advocate for high quality services for children in our community.
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- Build social capital by promoting our community participation in decision making.
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- Participate in excursions and experiences with children which promote awareness of our community.
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Required Skills

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- Appropriate Bachelor Degree or higher.
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- First Aid Certificate and Child Protection.
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📌 Full Time Early Childhood Teacher (New South Wales)
🏢 Business Nest
📍 New South Wales