Early Childhood Teacher

Little Angels, powered by the Y NSW operates Long Day Care Centres in Pagewood Green and Mascot Central. We place great emphasis on developing strong relationships with our children, their families and the wider community. Our diversity, strengths, achievements and individual contributions ensure Little Angels is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

We are seeking experienced Early Childhood Teachers (ECT) for multiple roles to join the team. As an ECT, you will provide leadership in delivering high quality, inclusive learning programs while working closely alongside the Centre Director to strive for an exceeding centre.
 

About you:
 

• Bachelor’s Qualification (or ACECQA Approved) in Early Childhood Education
• Current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain
• Current approved First Aid Certificate
• Current approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
• Outstanding level of verbal and written communication
• Strong knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Three years demonstrated experience as Educational Lead, able to create engaging curriculum and programs 
• Demonstrate knowledge in Child Protection and Safeguarding
• Demonstrated experience working as Centre Director to support annual and maternity leave 
• Strong IT Skills including, OWNA and Social Media Marketing activities 
• Demonstrated Project Management skills
   

About the role:
 

• Ensure learning and development programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards
• Lead the development and implementation of an effective educational program, assessment, and planning cycle to create a positive and engaging learning environment for children
• Lead the implementation of the educational program in the service, ensuring that children's learning and development are guided by the learning outcomes of the approved learning frameworks
• Plan and structure learning in both indoor and outdoor environments using a variety of materials and equipment to facilitate students' development
• Provide a variety of experiences and activities to develop motor skills, cooperative social skills, confidence and understanding
• Observe nutritional health, welfare and safety needs of students and identifying factors which may impede students' progress
• Establish and nurture strong connections with children, families and local communities to build collaborative and mutually beneficial partnerships that support children's development
• Promote language development through storytelling, role play, songs, rhymes and informal discussions held individually and within groups
• Step into role of Centre Director to cover annual and maternity leave
• Mentor and support educators from diverse backgrounds and experience levels in effectively implementing the planning cycle to enhance programs and practices
• Supervise student teachers on placement
• Attend parent interviews and facilitate ongoing discussion around students' progress with parents
• Participate in community and family support programs as appropriate
• Attend regular staff and committee meetings
   

Benefits for you:
 

• Work at an Exceeding service
• Focus on professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive management team
• Supportive team environment and great company culture
   

Schedule:
 

• Monday to Friday, no weekends
• Rotating Roster 
• 8-hour shift
• On site
• Salary from $73,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
   

Childcare Services

Our Children Services Teams are the passionate leaders giving developing young minds the opportunity to learn, grow and have fun. Dedicated to the safety and development of young children, the teams develop and facilitate and a range of valuable programs and activities that include sport, creative arts, cooking – and many more. If you’re a driven, dedicated leader who brings energy and enthusiasm to everything you do, you’ll find the support and flexibility to explore a promising career in childcare or education.

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact and empowering young people. We operate recreation and aquatic centres, early learning, out-of-school-hours care services, and camping locations which employ over 1000 staff across NSW – and fund our diverse range of enriching community programs.
 
We believe in building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities and cultures, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, to apply.

Commitment to Safeguarding

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept at the front of our minds in all our programs and services. We also ensure that all our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles to keep our children and young people safe. 

To learn more about our Commitment to Safeguarding Statement and our screening processes, click here.