Description:
- Casual role, up to 12 hours per week, based on the Gold Coast across our Early Years Places in Nerang, Coomera, Coolangatta and Labrador.
- $46.71 per hour (including casual loading) + Super.
- Flexible friendly organisation!
Our Organisation
The Benevolent Society’s vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.
As part of The Benevolent Society's vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the role
Embark on an exhilarating journey at our vibrant Gold Coast Early Years Places, where families are at the heart of everything we do! Our Early Years Places offer a holistic blend of health services, family support programs and playgroups designed to empower parents and caregivers to cultivate strong, nurturing relationships with their child/ren and embrace their fullest potential.
As a vital member of our dynamic Early Childhood Team, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing the educational, social, and emotional growth of children (0-8) and their families. From captivating play programs to specialised groups and transformative parenting sessions, you will be at the forefront of fostering experiences that shape futures!
Duties
- Facilitate play groups for parents and carers accessing the service.
- Promote positive parent/child relationships through role modelling, education, and practical support.
- Assist in incorporating child development interventions in playgroup settings.
- Contribute to the development, evaluation, and implementation of intervention programs and services.
- Utilize a strengths-based perspective to address families' identified needs and enhance family living skills.
Our Benefits
We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:
- Professional Development - thriving industry with a constant need for dedicated workers, long term growth and development are strongly encouraged and supported. We set you up for success with a buddy, structured orientation.
- We celebrate the best live moments ; the small acts that make a difference within our teams and with our clients.
- Flexible work - maintain work/life balance and tell us what suits you!
- A culture of professional support.
Skills and Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or similar field.
- Understanding of Early Childhood Curricula, learning frameworks and childhood development.
- A commitment to play based approaches to improve the long-term outcomes for children.
- Experience in working with and supporting vulnerable families to realise positive change. Understanding of child protection issues and the ability to escalate concerns appropriately.
- Great people skills and the ability to create strong working relationships with people from all walks of life.
If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.
Take the first step towards an amazing career with us! Apply now and let's make a difference together. Submit your current CV and 1 page cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Have some questions? Contact Carol on 0449 902 769 for a friendly, confidential chat.
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