Educators - cert 3 qualified, working towards Diploma or Diploma Qualified

Educators - cert 3 qualified, working towards Diploma or Diploma Qualified

Starfish Early Learning Centre is a well-established organisationof 17years, with several services across Melbourne. Our Reservoir centre opened in January 2018 and is a well established centre that is steadily growing in enrolments.

We educate and care for children from 6 weeks through to kindergarten within our community.Our service employs people who are committed to Early Childhood Education,have a genuine love for children and those who arecontinually reflecting, learning and dedicated to improvement.

Statement of our Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing.

At Starfish ELC, children’s rights, best interests, health, safety, welfare and wellbeing are our top priority and paramount in every decision or action we take. We will not tolerate harm or the risk of harm to children or young people, including anyone at our service subjecting a child to inappropriate conduct or discipline.

We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.

We value diversity, equity and inclusion and will not tolerate discriminatory practices or behaviour. We actively work to listen to and empower children. We do not tolerate racism.

We have policies and systems in place to protect children from abuse and are committed to regularly training and educating our educators, staff and volunteers on child abuse risks.

We take all allegations of abuse very seriously and respond to them consistently, in line with our policies and procedures.

We are committed to promoting cultural safety of Aboriginal children, cultural safety of children of Cultural and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, and to providing a safe environment for children with a disability.

We are committed to critically reflecting on our practices, and collaborating with others to see different perspectives.

“In its planning, decision-making and operations Starfish ELC will

1. 1. Take a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety;
2. 2. Value and empower children to participate in decisions which affect their lives;
3. 3. Foster a culture of openness that supports all persons to safely disclose risks of harm to children
4. 4. Respect diversity in cultures and child rearing practices while keeping child safety paramount;
5. 5. Provide written guidance on appropriate conduct and behaviour towards children;
6. 6. Engage only the most suitable people to work with children and have high quality staff and volunteer supervision and professional development;
7. 7. Ensure children know who to talk with if they are worried or are feeling unsafe, and that they are comfortable and encouraged to raise such issues;
8. 8. Report suspected abuse, neglect or mistreatment promptly to the appropriate authorities;
9. 9. Share information appropriately and lawfully with other organisations where the safety and wellbeing of children is at risk; and
10. 10. Value the input of and communicate regularly with families and carers.”

About the positions:

We are seeking a casual educator who enjoys working with all age groups. This is a flexible position, supporting different rooms at different times - perfect for those that like variety in their work day.

With a sudden influx of children starting over the coming weeks, we have several casual positions available that have the potential to become permanent positions (ie in rooms and possible room leader) in the near future.

You could be part of a dynamic & professional team working in a supportive and stimulating environment with great resources and a passion for professional learning and development.

The successful candidates will:

• be reliable, motivated, have a genuine interest in children's learning possibilities
• be committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children as per the Child Safe Standards, our Child Protection Policy and Child Safe Code of Conduct
• have excellent communication skills
• hold a certificate 3, diploma qualification or be working towards a diploma qualification
• have had at least 6 months working with children up to 5 years old and have an understanding of the requirements of working with younger children
• be flexible in your work environment and have the ability to work in a team
• be available a minimum of 3 days per week between the hours of 7am and 6pm (please note that the shift times will vary, but are 8.5 hours (with 1 hour unpaid lunch break and a paid 20 minute tea break). We are unable to accommodate educators who can only work during school hours (ie 9:00-3:00)
• be available to attend out of hours meetings and professional learning opportunities
• be a motivated and enthusiastic person who is willing to contribute to our fun, educational and engaging program
• be committed to continuous improvement, open feedback and professional development.
• be willing to work within our Starfish Values of: Leadership, Collaboration, Belonging, Growth and Joy

Must haves:

• current and valid employee WWCC
• current police check (no more than 6 months old)
• current Mandatory Reporting training certificate
• completed the mandatory Child Safe Training modules (more information here: https://www.education.gov.au/early-childhood/about/quality-and-safety/national-child-safety-training)

You will be working with a positive, caring, dedicated and supportive team in a centre with a focus on wellbeing and where we encourage team work and communication. We value collaboration, learning, leadership, belonging and joy.

Our Educators are highly valued and paid above award wages, and supported in their work with children and their lives. We offer a 80% discount on childcare gap fees for educators, an Employee Assistance Program and opportunities to participate in social and fundraising events.

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