Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III/Diploma) - Casual Pool

About the role

St Nicholas Early Education supports families and helps children develop the skills to flourish at home, in care and in communities. It is seeking Early Childhood Educators holding a Certificate III or Diploma to join its well-established services in the Newcastle, Maitland and Hunter regions on a casual basis. Candidates can grow in their role through learning and development pathways.

Required profile

• An approved Certificate III or Diploma qualification for education and care services, in line with national law and regulations
• Child protection qualification
• Current First Aid certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma management training
• Working with Children Check verification number
• Ability to meet the physical demands of an early childhood setting

Required skills

• Knowledge of the physical, emotional, cognitive, social and cultural development of children
• Ability to engage children through age-appropriate activities
• Knowledge of children's health, hygiene and nutrition needs
• Effective communication with children, families and staff
• Interest in additional needs and challenging behaviours
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Understanding of child protection, mandatory reporting and workplace health and safety

What we offer

• Casual pay of $40.58 - $45.71 plus worker retention allowance and superannuation
• Up to 10% off at retailers through the mnBenefits program
• Paid training and career progression
• State-of-the-art, green-energy centres
• Employer-funded parental leave, salary packaging, fitness passport, EAP and flu injections
• $1,000 staff referral bonus ($1,500 for eligible positions)

Applications are made through the St Nicholas careers page, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek or LinkedIn, and only through these channels will they be considered.