Positions Vacant
We are currently looking for permanent & casual educators.
Job Positions
- Administration Assistant - applications close 1st April
- Certificate III Part Time Positions x 2 - applications close 4th April
- Monday to Thursday 9am to 1pm
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am to 3pm (Term time only)
- Early Childhood Teacher
Certificate III in Childhood Education & Care
As a CIII you will be responsible for contributing to a high quality early education and care program that supports children's learning and development and is aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework. Specifically, you will:
- Work with your team to develop an educational program that is appropriate to the individual needs and interests of the children
- Work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for children and families
- Assist children to become confident and involved learners
- Assess, reflect and share information with parents about the child's progress
- Provide children with a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment
Essential Criteria CIII
- A current paid working with children check number
- A Certificate III level qualification in Children's Services as identified by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards and EYLF
- An understanding of Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
- Experience working with children aged 0-5 years
- Good communication, collaboration and organisational skills
- A passion for developing, planning and implementing an innovative educational program with a commitment to inclusive early childhood practice
- Knowledge of the stages of physical, emotional, cognitive, social and cultural development of children.
- Knowledge of health, hygiene and the nutrition needs of children
- Experience in / or interest in additional needs / challenging behaviours
- A commitment to your own ongoing professional development in early childhood
- ACECQA approved qualifications and certificates in, or willingness to obtain; Child Protection, First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management, Emergency Anaphylaxis Management
Position Terms: Two Permanent Part Time positions available
- Monday to Thursday 9am to 1pm
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am to 3pm (Term time only)
The service closes for 2 weeks over the Christmas period.
Please email your resume to director@gloucesterpreschool.com.au
Administration Position
Gloucester Preschool is seeking an experiences Administration Assistant, or a Business Administration III trainee.
We are looking for an experienced and organised Administration assistant to supervise daily support operations of our service and coordinate the most efficient administrative procedures to ensure that daily office operations are performed in a seamless and efficient manner.
You will work closely with the Director, Centre Manager and Administration team.
Using your exceptionally high standards of customer service, you will provide a warm welcome to families and have the ability to develop positive rapport with new and existing centre families and contribute to the continuous improvement of the centre’s performance.
Responsibilities:
You will perform a broad range of administrative duties.
- Provide direct assistance and support and organisation schedules to the Director and Centre Manager
- Support in the management of family accounts using the Xplor childcare administration software
- Support in the management of family accounts using the Appsessment documentation software
- Maintain and manage staff, child, and family records in accordance with policies and guidelines
- Manage filing and centre records using digital platforms
- Managing of family accounts with a high level of knowledge of childcare subsidy, rebates, and processes to assist families with payment of fees
- Receiving, receipting and marking roles in Xplor.
- Manage staff files and support the centre manager in onboarding procedures of staff including staff qualifications, and records for regulatory authority.
- Analysing and collating data as required.
- Work with the centre manager and administration team to support the centre to Exceed the National Quality Standards
- Answering phones, emails, meet and greet and providing support to families
- Ensuing the customer journey is always smooth positive and seamless
- Liaise with existing and new families with respect, develop trust & maintain confidentiality
- Conduct regular audits of children’s electronic and hard file records to ensure all details are current and correct
- Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the organisation to help facilitate smooth business operations
- Manage schedules and deadlines
- Monitor consumables and the purchasing of new materials with attention to budgetary constraints
- WHS implementation and support
- Support emergency evacuation procedure
Essential Criteria for Trained Administration applicant
- Certificate in Administration
- Current Police Check or willing to obtain
- A current paid working with children check number
- ACECQA approved qualifications and certificates in, or willingness to obtain; Child Protection, First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management, Emergency Anaphylaxis Management
- Proven experience as administration assistant
- Ability to work in a busy fast paced environment
- In-depth understanding of office management procedures and implementation of centre policies.
- Proficient in digital platforms and organisational systems
- Good communication, collaboration, organisational skills and multitasking abilities
- Proven customer service experience
- A team player with an ability to work in team/cooperative situation.
- Demonstrated experience with word-processing and spreadsheets.
- Displays a high level of general work ethics, including attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team
Desirable Skills for Trained Administration applicant
- Proven experience as administration assistant in a childcare environment
- Experience in the use of Xplor childcare administration software essential
- Sound understanding of the Child care subsidy scheme
- Understanding and knowledge of childcare subsidy requirements
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards and EYLF
- An understanding of Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
- Experience working with children aged 0-5 years of age
- Proficient in IT skills
Essential Criteria - Trainee
- A current paid working with children check number
- Current Police Check or willing to obtain
- ACECQA approved qualifications and certificates in, or willingness to obtain; Child Protection, First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management, Emergency Anaphylaxis Management
- Agreement to undertake an 24 month traineeship
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A friendly and energetic attitude
- Ability to work in a busy fast paced environment
- Good communication, collaboration, organisational skills and multitasking abilities
- A team player with an ability to work in team/cooperative situation.
- Displays a high level of general work ethics, including attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team
The successful candidate/s will be required to successfully complete a National Criminal History Record Check, have a current employee Working with Children Check, sign a Health Declaration, and present evidence of the right to Work in Australia.
Position Terms: Permanent Part-Time – 4.5 hours Shifts between 9am and 1:30pm 3 days a week. The service closes for 2 weeks over the Christmas period.
Award: Clerks – Private Sector Award 2020. Level will depend on applicant’s experience.
Position to commence: April 2025
Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 1st April 2025
A full job description is available on request
Gloucester Pre-School complies with the requirements of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. This position requires the successful applicant to have a current Working with Children Check in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
For a confidential discussion about this role contact Kareen Higgins on 65581643 or email your application to director@gloucesterpreschool.com.au.
Early Childhood Teacher position
Join Gloucester Preschool & Early Years Learning Centre as an ECT
Being an Early Childhood Teacher at Gloucester Preschool & Early Years Learning Centre means being a part of an exceeding team of educators. You will have a voice and the opportunity to make decisions and develop a learning program that suits the families and their children in our community. For the right candidate, full time position is available.
Only 2.5 hours from Sydney, 1.5 hours from Newcastle and located on the beautiful Barrington Coast, you’ll also have a great place to work, incredible colleagues, and benefits that include:
Remumeration: Enterprises Agreement with above award wages from $39-$63 depending on experience. Childcare discounts & annual bonuses included.
Professionalism: A professional learning community where your excellence is celebrated, and success is supported with mentoring, additional programming, planning, professional meeting time & a EAP.
Voice and Influence: As an Early Childhood Teacher at Gloucester Preschool & Early Years Learning Centre, you'll have a say in shaping learning programs.
Collaboration: Work with professional Educators and Teachers, sharing best practices and learning from each other with paid meeting time for room meetings, leadership meetings and whole service meetings.
Quality Learning Environments: Award winning learning environments with well-resourced spaces for children and Teachers.
Skills Enhancement: Paid first aid courses and other professional development annually.
The Centre
Gloucester Preschool & Early Years Learning Centre is on Worimi & Biripi Country on the Mid North Coast. It is a community based not-for-profit service providing preschool. Long day care and support playgroup sessions. Rated as exceeding we are licenced for 85 children and currently operate with a daily capacity of 58 children. The service has been established for 50 years and caters for children aged 0 to 5 years. We are passionate about creating the very best learning environments and the highest quality early learning programs.
Our philosophy focuses on the rights of the child, collaboration with families & the local community. Our pedagogy focuses on nature, environmental sustainability, risky play and positive social and emotional skill development. We use project books to inspire creative engagement in learning, provoke imaginative, curiosity and a sense of wonder.
The Centre has exceptional indoor and outdoor environments that are spacious and focus on nature elements that support the holistic development of children. We have four indoor learning spaces, and 3 outdoor learning environments. Each room is filled with quality educational resources for the best in play-based learning. Every child is supported to develop a lifelong love of learning.
The Role
The role requires a creative and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to work as an active team member in providing high quality education and care. This is a great opportunity for early childhood professionals who are passionate about early childhood education to be involved with a supportive professional team and with likeminded educators who believe in children and the importance of Early Childhood and the value it adds to children's lives.
Key Selection Criteria
ACECQA recognised Degree in Early Childhood Teaching
Current NESA Teacher’s Accreditation
Current First Aid Training HLTAID012
Child Protection – CHCPRT001 or CHCPRT025
Valid Working with Children’s Check
Experience
Excellent understanding and working knowledge of the National Quality Framework, which includes National Regulations, National Quality Standards (NQS), and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Demonstrated experience in curriculum development & documenting children’s learning.
Previous experience working in the early childhood sector (desirable)
Capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment.
A commitment to continuous improvement and ongoing professional learning.
Commitment to inclusion and equity and cultural competency.
Commitment to nature pedagogy and sustainability.
Commitment to embedding Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander culture into the program.
Desirable skills
· Experience with Xplor
· MS Teams
· Cloud server systems
For a confidential discussion about this role contact Kareen Higgins on 65581643 or email your application to director@gloucesterpreschool.com.au.
