Description:
When you join the team at SDN Owl’s House, you join a team that prides itself on fostering strong community partnerships and creating a sustainable, child-friendly atmosphere. If you are interested in joining a dedicated, dynamic, and fun team, we would love to welcome you!
Are you a Certificate III qualified educator looking to work in for an organisation that supports you to do what you love to do most– support children and their families? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
You put children first. As a not-for-profit organisation, so do we.
As an educator you’ll work as part of a small team of early childhood professionals to deliver SDN’s innovative, high quality and inclusive program for children, while building strong, meaningful relationships with children and families, and delivering the support of the SDN village to their lives.
About you
You will be a certificate -qualified educator with a special interest in diversity and inclusion, a passion for inclusive early childhood practice and a willingness to grow and learn.
About the team
SDN Owl’s House Kingsford at UNSW is located conveniently for families and team members around Kingsford, Kensington, and Randwick, our modern, purpose-built early childhood education care centre is just a stone's throw away from UNSW and the light rail.
We cater to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, providing a nurturing environment that promotes their wellbeing and learning. Our service offers 48 places and operates from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
About the role
Your role will involve collaborating with children about their interests and supporting them by creating a stimulating environment. As well as supporting the physical needs of children, you will assist in the observation and evaluation of the children’s development, creating an environment which ensures trust and security and provides flexible routines and smooth transitions.
You will need
- Experience in a similar role
- A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework
- Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Standards
- Working with Children Check and current Senior First Aid qualification
- Sound understanding of the development of children, their health, hygiene and nutritional needs
Your benefits
- Above award pay and conditions
- Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children
- Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow
- Rostered day off per month (full-time staff)
- Generous leave entitlements
- Employee Assistance Program
What it’s like to work with our village
At SDN, everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
We’re here for you, helping to grow a career you can be proud of, with ongoing networking, training, and promotion opportunities.
To Apply
If you believe that by working together, we can make the world a better and more equitable place, then we’d love to hear from you.
SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. As part of our commitment, successful applicants will undergo thorough screening processes during the recruitment phase. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) and National Police Check
Other details
- Job family Centres
- Pay type Hourly