Cranbrook School is seeking warm, dedicated and reliable Casual Educators to join our Pre-School teams. If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy supporting young children to learn, grow and thrive through play, we would love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Casual Educator positions are available across both of the School’s Pre-Schools, St Michael’s and St Mark’s. Casual Educators support the delivery of high-quality, play-based educational programs and are called upon as operational needs arise, including to cover planned and unplanned staff absences. Successful applicants will be added to the School’s casual pool and may be offered shifts at either service.

Casual work at Cranbrook is an excellent way to join a respected school community, build your experience across two Pre-School services, and develop qualified relationships with educators and Pre-School leaders.

Our educators enjoy a supportive and stimulating work environment as part of a team of talented professionals, with opportunities for professional learning and growth.

ABOUT YOU

You are a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated educator who inspires children’s curiosity and love of learning through play.

You build warm, respectful and responsive relationships with children, families and colleagues, and you work collaboratively to support programs that respond to children’s interests, strengths and developmental needs.

You are flexible, reliable and quick to settle into new teams, and you are committed to the safety, wellbeing and development of young children.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Support the delivery of high-quality, play-based educational programs that respond to children’s interests, strengths and developmental needs.

- Build warm, respectful and responsive relationships with children, families and colleagues.





- Contribute to a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

- Support children’s wellbeing, learning, development and participation in daily routines.

- Work collaboratively with educators and Pre-School leaders across both Pre-School services.

- Follow service policies and procedures, including child safety, supervision, health and hygiene practices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

- Current Working with Children Check

- Current approved first aid qualifications relevant to early childhood education and care, including CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis management

- Completion of the required Gekko training, or willingness and ability to complete the training before commencement

- A sound understanding of child safety, supervision, and the importance of maintaining a safe and inclusive environment

- Familiarity with the National Quality Framework and the Early Years Learning Framework

- Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills

- Flexibility and reliability to work across both St Michael’s and St Mark’s Pre-School, depending on operational needs

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and reasons for your interest in the position. Applications should be submitted via email to ***********@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au.





Details of at least three referees and relevant statements of service will be requested from the preferred candidate.

ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL

Cranbrook is an Anglican, independent day and boarding school, Pre-school to Year 12.

Our vision is to be a world class school which encourages and enables all of our students to explore, enjoy and fulfil their potential. We lead our students to discover and make the most of their talents, to thrive in, and love the pursuit of, excellence. As a school we energise the educational environment by offering a rich and distinctive schooling both within and beyond the curriculum and give powerful pastoral support. Cranbrook builds resilience and confidence so that each student can face the challenges of the twenty-first century with personal confidence, intellectual versatility, academic hunger and optimism.

Cranbrook is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, and is accredited as an IB Continuum School, offering the PYP, MYP and IB Diploma Programme.

Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm.

WORKING AT CRANBROOK

At Cranbrook, we are committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where people feel a strong sense of purpose and belonging, are encouraged to build positive relationships, engage in meaningful work, and have opportunities to grow, contribute and flourish.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS

The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.

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