Educator

About the role

Moolanda Care and Learning Centre is seeking a dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join our community-based, not-for-profit education and care service.

We are looking for an educator who is adaptable, collaborative and able to work flexibly across a rotational roster and across different learning environments within the service. The position offers a minimum of 22.5 hours per week, with the possibility of full-time employment depending on the needs of the service and the successful applicant. Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum) Suitably qualified diploma educators are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to ensuring Moolanda Care and Learning Centre facilitates a play-based learning environment and develops learning programs responsive to children's ideas, strengths and abilities that inspire independent learners

• Work with the Room Leader to implement successful planning, implementation and evaluation of a program reflective of an approved learning framework (EYLF or MYTOP)

• Assist to ensure the early childhood program meets the goals of the approved learning framework to help children develop a strong sense of their identity, connections with their world, strong sense of wellbeing, confidence and involvement in their learning, and effective communication skills

• Contribute to the collection, recording and evaluation of children's records and observations as required under the National Quality Standard and regulatory authority

• Implement inclusive practice and lead an environment which honours diversity

• Assist with the documentation of children's developmental needs, interests, experiences and participation in the educational program in a variety of ways

• Assist with the assessment of children's developmental progress against the learning outcomes, establishing further learning goals

• Promote child wellbeing and prevent harm to children by adopting and adhering to the National Principles of Child Safe Organisations WA Guide

• Ensure compliance as a mandated reporter in accordance with the service Child Protection Policy and procedures

• Ensure policies and procedures are adhered to ensure that children are safe and adequately supervised at all times

• Follow policies and procedures to maintain correct educator to child ratios at all times

• Maintain and demonstrate knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) legislation and safety issues relating to children, educators, staff and visitors

• Respond positively and consistently to children's needs including adjustments and requirements; diet and allergies; developmental needs

• Ensure a high standard of hygiene in compliance with procedures and policies

• Ensure adequate health and hygiene practices regarding safe food handling procedures

• Ensure the administration of first aid or medication in compliance with relevant policies and procedures

• Ensure accurate and detailed records of incident, injury, trauma or illness of individual children are recorded and families are notified as soon as possible

• Create a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for all children

• Maintain the aesthetics of the environment and ensure all resources and equipment are respected and maintained

• Contribute to ensuring the service strives towards environmental sustainability in all areas through sustainability action plans

• Have a working knowledge of the National Quality Framework and meet these guidelines in work practices

• Adhere to the service's child safe policies including Child Safe Environment Policy and Child Protection Policy at all times and take all reasonable steps to protect children from abuse and harm

• Contribute positively and effectively to the team environment to ensure smooth operation of the service

• Promote a healthy team environment and develop positive channels of communication

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training programs in conjunction with the Educational Leader

• Attend staff meetings and family meetings as required

• View and respect children as competent and capable

• Promote positive, comforting and nurturing relationships with children

• Ensure a supportive educational environment for all children and families is provided

• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating appropriate behaviour and language

• Communicate with children in an open, honest manner and ensure that the child's perspective is regarded as unique and special

• Ensure children are respected and their rights are being met (United Nations Convention of the Rights of the Child)

• Be courteous and helpful to the families in the service

• Be an advocate for high-quality support services for children in the community

• Comply with, maintain and review all service policies and procedures in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regulations

• Strive to achieve service goals and ensure the service's statement of philosophy is reflected in daily practice

• Ensure that the Room Leader is informed of current issues within the room

About you

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent), or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
• Current Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting certificate
• Current ACECQA approved Anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management training
• Current ACECQA approved CPR certificate (Annual update)
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Accredited Child Protection Training
• Current Foundations of Child Safety Training
• Current Advanced Child Safety Training
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010), and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law (Child Care Subsidy 2018)

About us

Moolanda Care and Learning Centre is a not-for-profit community-based family service. Offering Education and care programs for children aged Birth to 12, wrap around family support programs and community partnerships. Moolanda Care and Learning Centre was founded in 1987, and we have been partnered with our community for almost 40 years.