Jobs

•  Above award salary.   
•  Supportive working environment.
•  Hawthorn location.

About the company:

Hawthorn Child Care and Early Learning Centre has provided exceptional care for children for over 25 years. Their aim is to provide a warm caring environment in which children are encouraged to interact and respect the needs of other children and adults. The Centre believes in providing an educational program that caters for individual needs and respecting each child as unique. The Centre has a definite family oriented and relaxed vibe but are also highly professional.

About the role:

As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will be required to cater to the needs of the Kindy Room Children and enhance their likes and interests through programming. You will have a ‘hands on’ approach to education and your nurturing and calm manner and ability to form respectful relationships with young children will compliment your strong relationship building skills with the families within the centre.  Working within a team of four Educators, you will support and guide your teammates throughout successful routines and curriculum.

Duties:

You will have the ability to think for yourself and use initiative with a strong working knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to a childcare setting. Along with the responsibility for the day-to-day running of the room, you will be responsible for writing a program that adheres to the NQS and EYLF and enhances the children’s learning and interests. You will be a confident individual who enjoys working within a team and forming new learning ideas. You will be able to motivate and inspire your team members to provide the best experiences for the children in your care and possess strong leadership skills.

Skills & experience:

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education (or recognised equivalent) and be registered with the Teacher’s Registration Board of South Australia. You will have experience working in a long day care service and thrive in such an environment.

Culture & benefits:

This is your opportunity to work alongside motivated, experienced, and enthusiastic team members who are energetic and able to focus on the children’s care and individual needs. You will be offered flexible working hours and above award wages. This Centre has a real homely feel and staff work together as a team across the whole centre. If you believe that it is important that children are learning with laughter, then this is the time to join this vibrant centre.

Applications in Microsoft Word only should be addressed to Ruth Haren quoting reference number JO-2107-4900. Telephone enquiries are welcome on 8100 8875.