Lane Cove Council
Educator (Full Time)
Closes: 09 Jun
Description
- Full Time 38 hours per week
- Access to Rostered Days Off
- Generous Employee Benefits
About the company
Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an innovative Council
seeking to make a positive difference in the community you support? We have an
exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Educator to join our team on a full time basis.
Located on the lower North Shore, our leafy suburbs have a vibrant and
diverse village atmosphere. We aim to provide “best value” services and
facilities to the community whilst ensuring a sustainable future and are committed to creating a thoughtful, protective and inclusive community that supports children and young people to feel empowered, safe and protected.
If you are open to fresh ideas, committed to progressing new initiatives
and driven to provide the very best service to our community, we want to hear
from you.
About the role
You will be responsible for providing support in delivering a high-quality customer focused early childhood education and care service to the children in a designated section of Council’s Early Education and Care Service.
About you
The
successful candidate will have:
- 18years+ (as required byEducation and Care Services National Regulations).
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualification.
- A current ‘Paid Worker’ - Working with Children clearance (NSW).
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with young children both on an individual and small group basis.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, children and families.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute as an effective and efficient team member in an environment that requires flexibility and initiative.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework and associated initiatives.
- Customer service experience and complaint handling skills.
- Ability to safely lift 15kg.
- Current approved Qualifications under Education and Care Services National Regulations for First Aid, Emergency Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management.
What we offer
We hire great people with a wide variety of skills,
experience and backgrounds maintaining always that inclusion and diversity lie
at the heart of what we do. For those who join us we offer:
- Flexible work practices aimed at achieving work/life balance
- An employee wellness
program and discounted gym memberships - Annual performance bonuses and salary reviews
- Extensive professional development and training opportunities
- The
convenience of being close to shops, cafes, an aquatic centre and a gym.
How to apply:
Please click on “Apply now” and complete the information requested. Applications are to include a resume, cover letter and answers to the online questions.
Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or by contacting Megan McDermid on 9428 4319.
Salary range:
Up to 81K per annum, (including super) dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable
candidate.
Closing date:
Applications close 9 June 2025.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life.