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Early Childhood Educator - Townsville

Save The Children

Our play-centred program, Play2Learn, supports young vulnerable children across Australia to develop their social skills, independence and in turn their capacity to learn. We need you to give these children an experience of quality early childhood education in Townsville, to develop their appetite for learning and help enable a smooth transition into school.

Save the Children is no ordinary not-for-profit

We're ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children's rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We've been working with families and communities in Queensland as a trusted support for children for nearly 70 years. More information on our work in Queensland is available here.

Where you come in:

In this part-time, maximum term position (20 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, until end of December 2021) you'll coordinate the planning, implementation and review of culturally appropriate developmental play and learning experiences for children. You'll provide support and information to parents on developmental issues and work with the Family Support Worker to make appropriate referrals to other health, education and welfare agencies. Based in Townsville, you'll be part of our North & Central Queensland team and report to our Team Leader.

You will make an impact by:

  • Planning and facilitating weekly playgroup sessions
  • Finding creative ways to encourage vulnerable, avoidant, or fearful families to engage with our programs
  • Identifying and addressing physical, social/emotional and educational needs
  • Providing information and referrals to families to access other relevant services
  • Monitoring processes, data collection and reporting.

Does this sound like you?

You have experience in early childhood programs, and the ability to think on your feet, which allows you to find solutions to complex situations. Your infectious enthusiasm for your job will see you actively seeking out families in need of support, and your cultural knowledge will help you build strong connections with children and families from varying cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. You consider yourself a team player and have an 'all-hands-on-deck' attitude.

This role requires:

  • Knowledge/experience in working with culturally diverse communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
  • Well-developed time management, organisational skills
  • Exceptional teamwork and communication skills
  • Strong computer and data collection skills
  • Minimum Certificate III in Children's Services (or equivalent qualification) is preferred
  • Current valid driver's licence

Working at Save the Children is more than just a job

It's the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same. In addition to a connection to social causes, you will have access to:

  • Individual learning plans to assist in your career development
  • Internal employment and development opportunities
  • Friendly and flexible work environment
  • Award rate salary plus full salary packaging benefits
  • Professional supervision training and monthly supervision sessions

Position Description - Early Childhood Educator Townsville

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