About the Us
Gummibears Childcare Centre is a family owned and operated centre. We are committed to giving every child entrusted to our care the very best in early childhood education by providing a stimulating, innovative and caring environment which fosters a child's natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge. We understand our employees need recognition and support so you are not just a number but are part of a family.
We care about you
Flexible rosters to help with your work life balance.
Paid training or out of hours meetings plus dinner.
Paid professional development courses of your choice.
Paid mandatory industry qualifications like First Aid - CPR
Provide Free Uniforms and Parking.
Regular paid social functions for staff.
Discounted Childcare Fees
Have regular incursions and excursions for the children
Centre - Children's resource's updated regularly or as requested by educators to compliment programs and practise.
Access to our Onsite dedicated Educational Leader. Employed to work with you in areas of children's programming. Guidance and education in our Centre's compliance, audits, policies and procedures. Conducts regular one on one meetings working with you for your own professional development and progression.
About the role
As an early childhood educator, you are responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate program that is aligned with the EYLF.
Your duties will include:
Adapting daily routines and develop activities to meet the interest and needs of the individual child and the group.
Building children's self-esteem and confidence through positive guidance and nurturing.
Communicating with parents to discuss their children's development successes and improvements. Observing children and making notes of progress and development.
Providing a safe and secure environment where children feel comfortable to express themselves through play.
Providing age-appropriate experiences and activities for children, including storytelling, games, and songs.
Integrating special needs children in a positive and respectful manner.
Your role will include encouraging creativity, fostering academic growth, and nurturing your tiny learners.
Above all have fun, enjoy your day and take comfort knowing that your teaching will provide a child the best start to their educational learning.
Skills and experience
We understand that to gain experience you need an opportunity so previous experience is not a requirement however it is a bonus for the right candidate. Applicants currently studying to be an ECT or Diploma in Children's Services are also encouraged to apply.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA equivalent. ECT currently studying encouraged to apply.
- Diploma or currently studying for an early childhood Diploma
- Current Working with Children Check
- Have a working knowledge of NQF & EYLF
- Full time availability preferred however a minimum of 6 hours per day is negotiable.
- Applicants must be adaptable to flexible roster hours