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Certificate III Educator Permanent Full time38 hours per week, Monday to Friday @ 7.6 Working 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 Educator 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 opportunities Were 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. Right now, were looking for a Certificate III Educator for our Manooka Valley Community Preschool. What makes this place special is the unique community spirit that youll feel part of. The experienced team of educators and teachers care for children aged 0-5. We have outdoor play spaces with experiences intentionally planned catering to the ages and needs of the children in our care, with lots of natural materials and loose parts play, enabling all children many opportunities to explore and engage with their peers and educators. We provide for water play and for the children to look after their natural environment with us. With meditation, yoga and brain breaks embedded into our daily routine, its just one way were looking after everyones wellbeing. A supportive and safe workplace When the going gets tough (as it sometimes does in this sector), you will 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 educators As a Certificate III 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 involve Providing 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 community What you need to succeed Commitment 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 rewarding You 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 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 apply Please send us: A copy of your resumeA brief cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the role Join us and youll be smiling too, when you make more of a difference. Safeguarding 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