- Above award + Paid School Holidays + Salary packaging + $1,000 sign on bonus
- Learning and development opportunities within a leading not for profit
- Play a key role in shaping children's days, help them learn, grow and excel
About the role
The Forestville Early Learning Centre (ELC) is a purpose-built 60 place preschool on the grounds of our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School. At our Early Learning Centre, we provide a range of learning experiences for children aged between 3 and 5 years.
We are looking for a Certificate III Child Care Educator that can understand the needs of a child and create a fun, warm, caring and safe environment. This role is a permanent part time role working in the preschool room during school term from 7:55am to 3:31pm Monday to Thursday and will be on paid leave during the school holidays.
Location: Forestville NSW
Classification: Part time
Award level: Above award + Paid School Holidays + Salary packaging + $1,000 sign on bonus
Days: Monday to Thursday
Hours: 7:55am to 3:31pm
Ideally you will be able to
- Have an understanding and experience with the Early years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Assist the Director/ Teacher to plan, implement and evaluate programs
- Ensure a welcoming, safe, hygienic environment, reflective of best practices
- Helping with observations and experiences
- Develop positive and supportive relationships with children and families
- Form collaborative and positive relationship with colleagues
- A Certificate III Qualification in Early Childhood Education
- Current and valid Working with Children Check clearance.
- Completion of CHCPRT025 "Identify & report children and young people at risk" certificate or willingness to obtain
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate with Asthma and Anaphylaxis.
- Knowledge of the Education and Care National regulations and National Quality Framework.
- Salary Packaging – Reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay.
- A sign on bonus of $1,000 (conditions apply $250 on commencement and $750 at the end of probation).
- Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to grow your career.
- Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential counselling and support.
- Bupa Health Discounts – Corporate health benefits.
- Extra Leave – Additional paid leave day over Christmas.
- Hope Awards – Be recognised and celebrated for your impact.
- Baby Bonus – Paid bonus for eligible primary carer
At CatholicCare, we understand the importance of children getting off to a good start in happy, creative and supportive environments that provide opportunities for children to explore, make friends, build on their strengths and get any extra help they need to set them on a positive learning journey.
You don’t need to be Catholic to work with us – we welcome people of all backgrounds who share our values of compassion, courage, excellence, respect, and social justice.
Be part of something special -apply now!