Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)

About the organisation

Awabakal has provided health & community services to Aboriginal people living across the Newcastle and surrounding regions for more than 40 years and is dedicated to advancing the wellbeing of our community.

Awabakal Preschoolstrives to provide a culturally appropriate and supportive learning environment where children have the opportunity to explore and experience new things. Our preschools operate at two locations: Glendale and Wickham.

Preschool is a fun place to be for children and our dedicated staff ensure relationships are established with all children and families from the start.

We believe that genuine, caring relationships are the key to nurturing young children's positive self-esteem and identity.

Awabakal's preschools offer a quality, culturally appropriate preschool service. Our preschool focuses on providing children and families with an excellent early childhood education.

We focus on developing literacy and numeracy skills through play-based activities, with an emphasis on school readiness.

About the role

We are looking for anEarly Childhood Educator - Certificate 3to join our team in Wickham on a3 month fixed term contract. You will be responsible for providing culturally appropriate education and care for children enrolled at the preschool services, consistent with our philosophy and curriculum. This includes working with children, their families, other Awabakal services and staff to support individual goals of the children. Duties will include but are not limited to:

Respond to children’s interests and needs and assist with the implementation of learning experiences for the children both individually and as a group.

Ensure quality interactions and adequate supervision of children at all times.

Strive to encourage and support the development of each child’s self-esteem and learning by providing an inclusive environment.

Treat each child with dignity and respect, taking into consideration any cultural, socio-economic, emotional, or developmental differences.

Promote an awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

Assist children with their toileting and other personal hygiene matters, Attend to sick, distressed, or injured children.

Assist children with establishing a daily routine.

Ensure programming cycle is completed efficiently in line with the National Quality Standards.

Ensure the learning environment is clean, tidied, in good order and safe.

About you

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education & Care

Current First Aid, Child Protection and Asthma & Anaphylaxis Certificate

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience working in an Early Childhood Service

Basic knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Standards, Early Years Learning Framework and the Education and Care Services National Regulations.

Basic knowledge of Early Education outcomes and standards aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.

Sound knowledge and understanding of regulations and OH&S Policies

Proficient MS Office suite and computer skills

Strong communication skills contributing to the development of relationships and effective partnerships with families.

Drivers Licence

To Apply

To submit your application please click on the "Apply" button below. For a confidential discussion contact awabps@awabakal.org

Aboriginality is an desirable requirement for this position under Section 14D of the Anti-Discrimination Act