Sparx Early Learning Centre is looking for a new Food Coordinator.

We are passionate about the food we serve to the children in our care. We believe in providing nutritious and wholesome meals to the children on a daily basis. We have seasonal menus and design our menu’s and meals using Food Australia.

The role requires an experienced cook, with a similar philosophy, to deliver healthy and nutritionally balanced meals for children aged 0-5 years. The ideal candidate will have a positive can-do attitude and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

The applicant must hold a Cert III in Children’s services or Cert III in Commercial Cookery. The applicant must also hold or be able to obtain a Working With Children Check.

The position is permanent part time, five days a week 20-25hrs. There is the possibility to extend these hours to include Lunchtime cover. Must have a current driver’s license – to collect shopping and purchase fresh fruit and vegetables.

Job responsibilities for this role include:

• Preparing morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for up to 43 children
• Meal planning (working within the Australian Dietary Guidelines)
• Confident in online menu planning and designing
• Catering for children with allergies and special food requirements
• Providing families, children and educators with up to date nutritional information.
• Complete records and monitoring according to the centre’s Food Safety plan. Be prepared with Food Audits – currently held 6monthly.
• Adhere to food safety standards at all times
• Ensure a high level of hygiene, health and safety standards are maintained at all times
• Must be able to work well within a team environment.

To apply for this position please send your resume to our Centre Director – Kayah Boswood.

sparxeh@optusnet.com.au or call us on (08) 9377 3233

Our service is looking for a Qualified educator that is able to work in an afterschool site. It is a split shift and during school holidays would need to work full days. Our service is open from 6.30am to 6.30 pm. The educator would also need to be an SO. Experience in the NQF and current WA regulations in required. Our service provides professional development in areas that would add to the Educators knowledge and supports 

Childcare Director

Outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career. We are seeking an experienced early learning specialist with either strong leadership experience, or belief in their leadership skills and aptitude. You may already be working within a leadership role within the industry, or be ready to take that next step within a supportive environment.

About Us

Nintirri Centre Inc is a local (Tom Price based) not-for-profit organisation that strives to enrich lives and help communities thrive through honesty, inclusion and respect. Our focus areas include the Early Years Care and Education (EYCE) Service; Supporting Community, Individuals and Families; Community Health and Wellbeing; Family Violence Prevention Service; Social, Business and Economic Development; and, Arts, Culture and Tourism Development.

About the Role

As EYCE Director you will be responsible for the daily management of all aspects of the Little Gecko’s Childcare Centre (including After School Hours Care, School Readiness Programme and Vacation Care). The Director will lead the EYCE team and service in building effective partnerships, developing organisational culture and pedagogical and curricular development. All key responsibilities are based on the National Law and Regulations, the Principles, Practices and Outcomes detailed in the Early Years Learning Framework, Framework for School Aged Care and the National Quality Framework Areas, Standards and Elements.

To be considered for this role you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with a minimum of 5+ years’ experience working in an equivalent role

• A Working with Children Check and Federal Police Clearance (essential)

• Certificate in: First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management

• A high level of verbal and written communication skills

• Initiative and capacity to work with minimal supervision, as part of a team

• A high level of interpersonal skills for liaising at all levels

• Advanced written skills including a demonstrated ability to research information and write reports

• The ability to:

− Direct the planning and implementation of the EYCE Educational Program

− Lead the promotion of Health and Safety of all staff and children

− Lead the team to build positive relationships with all stakeholders

− Lead the effective administration and management of the EYCE strategy

About the package

• Competitive salary that will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate,

• 5 weeks’ annual leave,

• Salary sacrifice options

• Professional development opportunities

• Subsidised housing

• An annual airfare subsidy

Please provide a CV and cover letter indicating why you are interested in this leadership role.

To discuss the role please contact Hannah Thompson Hannah@priceconsulting.com.au or 0437 253 010

Applications close on the 16th of February 2018

One Tree Community Services is a not-for-profit organisation that supports community services and child care centres throughout Western Australia, the Northern Territory and Victoria. We believe that our organisation cannot provide quality services or grow faster than its ability to attract and retain the right people: individuals who focus on achieving excellence and delivering the very best results they are capable of. 

About the position An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Centre Director to lead a team of passionate educators at One Tree's largest children's service. Millars Well provides long day care for children up to five years, and an extensive out-of-school care program for children up to year six.     Based in Karratha, this permanent full-time role is responsible for managing a large team of staff, ensuring compliance and building relationships between the service and the community to ensure excellent learning opportunities and the highest standard of education and care for the children who attend our centre.     In addition to the support of an Operations Manager and centralised administration team, you'll have opportunities for personal and professional growth that come with being part of a national organisation. Housing, relocation and district allowances are also available for the successful candidate.
We will provide you with a professional coach and the opportunity to participate in a leadership and management program to assist your success. 

Position requirements

• Supervise and direct a team of staff to ensure that the day-to-day operations of the childcare service comply with One Tree's policies and procedures, philosophy and code of ethics, as well as government regulations, legislation and the National Quality Standards.
• Lead by example to ensure that the work environment operates in accordance with One Tree's spirit (vision), purpose, values, philosophy and code of ethics.
• Actively create partnerships with families, staff and the community.
• Ensure that the workplace operates within OH&S requirements, risk is managed and our duty of care of children is strictly upheld.

Successful applicants will possess:

• Diploma in Children's Services or Bachelor ECT 
• Demonstrated 3 years experience in a Director/Manager role for a large service
• Solid understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with parents, staff and community organisations.
• Valid Working with Children Check (or the ability to obtain).
• Medical certificate.
• Driver's licence.

Benefits include:

• Housing allowance
• Relocation allowance
• District allowance
• Excellent salary package to be discussed at interview stage 

   Apply online to submit your application for this exciting opportunity. 

One Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace and Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.