• Up to $36.53/hr (depending on experience) + Super + Salary Packaging Benefits + RDOs
• This is a part time permanent opportunity working 3 days per week!
• Experience in trauma informed practices is welcomed!

What you’ll be doing in this role

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support , develop and facilitate learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework! 

Your work will include:

• Contribute to the development of educational programs which reflect the approved learning framework, including play therapy.
• Developing positive and respectful relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.
• Documenting children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes 
• Implement and follow Uniting’s policies and procedures across all aspects of service delivery
• Work in collaboration with members of a team
• Being involved in Intergenerational programs

Who we’re looking for

• Diploma in Children Services (essential), with previous experience working at a Diploma Level in an early learning service.
• A work history that demonstrates recording observations, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Understand the National Quality Framework and EYLF
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members
• Trauma informed practices is welcomed (or willingness to learn).
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

What we offer you 

• Maximum allowable salary packaging up to $15,900 per year  + $2,650 meal and entertainment card (pro rata)!
• $500 referral bonus
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career  
• Corporate discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers 
• Ongoing training & development

About the service:

Uniting Summer Hill Children's Centre philosophy is designed to focus on identity and belonging for all children with a program rich in language, literacy, creative expression, exploration, investigation and children's citizenship. Summer Hill has a beautiful learning environment for children and families. Opening hours are 7.30am to 6.00pm. We have an indoor and outdoor long day care program for children between 3-5 years old. You will be working with a supportive team of experienced Educators. 

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid NSW Working With Children's check (WWCC)
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check 

How to apply

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply Now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.

We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.