Service Director/Early Childhood TeacherFull time, Maximum term until December 202538 hours per week, Monday to Friday at 7.6 hours per dayTerm only PreschoolOperation hours 8.00am to 4.00pmWorking at Big Fat Smile, theres a lot to smile about. The trust youll be given in exchange for your expertise. The freedom youll be given as an Early Childhood Teacher to use your judgement, adapt learning approaches, and bring creativity and playfulness to a childs day. The joy youll get from doing work you love with team members who are as invested as you. And the beautiful relationships youll form with peers, children, and families through shared experiences that are as rich as they are rewarding.More than a job, this is an opportunity to make a childs world a better, brighter place. Get greater enjoyment from your work and make more of a difference in the lives of every child in our child-first organisation.Big smiles and bigger opportunitiesWere Big Fat Smile. A not-for-profit that plays a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. Were early education enthusiasts, with 40+ community preschools, long day care centres and fun clubs, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each one dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. And each well-respected for the work it does.Due to our size, there are big opportunities for those who want to go further. Youll find meaningful career paths with lots of promotions across our centres. And because professional learning and growth is at the heart of everything we do, youll have the support and knowledge to succeed.Picton Community Preschool is a happy meeting place for children and their families. Serving the local community since 1971 where play and creativity are paramount to learning and discovery. Children are encouraged to belong, be and become, maintained by nurturing, supportive and intentional educators.While academics are important, our day is forged by a child-interest-centered curriculum. Our centre focuses on the childs inter-personal skills, developing their independence, empowering them to make choices, to believe in their own thinking, and learning how to live in a micro community of people.We allow children to be in the now. The world of school and adult skills will happen because they have been allowed to be children and play within a safe, creative environment. Also, our school readiness occurs every day for every child.A supportive and safe workplaceWhen the going gets tough (as it sometimes does in this sector), youll find teammates and leaders have your back. Theres a real in-it-together feeling here thanks to a safe and supportive environment, and well-established policies and processes that outline exactly whats expected and needed in any situation. Everyones in it together, making it easier for you to thrive.We treasure the expertise of our educatorsAs a Service Director/Early Childhood Educator, you will play a critical role in shaping young minds. You will create happy, healthy relationships between a child and the most important people in their lives. Youll bring fun, laughter and play to each day, but most importantly, youll create magical moments for children to experiment and grow.What your work will involveProviding quality education and care to all childrenContributing to planning educational programs that supports a childs learning to meet their goalsBuilding strong relationships with children, families, and the communityWhat you need to succeedCommitment to making sure the children in our care are safe and healthyDedication to improving the lives and minds of children, families, and the communityA fun-loving attitude and big smile!There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewardingYou will feel supported by a Total Well-being Platform that gives you access to self-assessments, articles, toolkits, podcasts, perks and savings, and other resources.We are proud to be part of the multi-employer bargaining process. Join us to experience the rewards of up to a 15% pay increase over the next two years.You will have the financial peace of mind with 60% discount on early learning and care and out of school hours care services.You can save money with our Benefits Platform with meaningful discounts from over 500 retailers on everyday purchases, including groceries, cinema tickets, clothing, homewares, tech, gym membership and more.You can focus on what matters most because you have support from head office specialists and expertise, such as inclusion professionals and pedagogy and practice.How to applyPlease send us:A copy of your resumeA brief cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the roleSafeguarding children is embedded in all we do. Through our Child Safe Framework and Values, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children entrusted to our care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Service Director | Picton Community Preschool