• Are you passionate about providing quality learning experience and education for children?
• Do you enjoy working collaboratively as a part of a dynamic team?
• Can you develop and maintain positive working relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders?

THE OPPORTUNITY

With TAFE NSW you will have the opportunity to grow your professional career in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value and proudly play a meaningful role in our Albury campus!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Early Childhood Educator (internally know as Early Childhood Officer) contributes to the provision of a quality education and care program, as part of the childhood educator team, which meets the needs of the children attending the Children’s Centre and the requirements of the Early Learning Framework. The role implements developmentally appropriate programs for individuals and groups of children, maintains a safe and healthy environment and contributes to the overall procedures of the campus-based Children’s Centre.

Within this position, you will play a vital role in the growth of the child’s development. You will be working alongside Centre staff/educators to ensure that all regulations, service policies and procedures are implemented. Most importantly, you will be bringing your best self to work, building connections with the children and families to create a fun, joyful and a warm learning environment.

Please note: This centre operates from 8:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.

ABOUT YOU

We have an exciting permanent full-time opportunity available at our Albury Children’s Centre and are seeking an enthusiastic individual who has a strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards (NQS) and a genuine interest in working with children.

The ideal candidate’s number one priority is to create a safe, fun, inviting and nurturing environment for children. You are enthusiastic about a child’s learning and development and are driven by their growth.

You are a natural problem solver and have fostering communication skills that are translatable to children. We want you to feel embraced by this centre, building and maintaining trusting relationships with families and their children, collaborating with your team and taking initiative.

Crucially, you are someone who shares the TAFE NSW Values of Integrity, Collaboration, Excellence and Customer First.

The ideal applicant will also possess the following skills and attributes:

• Diploma of Early Childhood recognised by Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) and demonstrated experience in early childhood services.

• Minimum 12 months experience in early childhood services

• A Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance and First Aid qualification that is recognised by ACECQA which includes applying first aid, CPR, emergency asthma management, anaphylaxis and diabetes.

For further information regarding the role please review the Position Description and Information Package.

HOW TO APPLY

To support your application please provide:

• an updated resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and how you meet the essential requirements (detailed in the Position Description)
• Certified copies of your qualifications
• Responses to the two targeted questions below (300-word limit each)

Applications close: Monday 17 January 2022 at 11:59PM

Role-specific Enquiries: Contact Julie Carpinelli, Childcare Centre Director, [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Contact Linda Dewbery, Talent Acquisition Advisor, [email protected] quoting reference 00008OL8

Please note: our offices will be closed from Friday 24 December 2021 until Monday 10 January 2022. Please contact us outside of these dates if you require assistance.

TAFE NSW is committed to diversity and fosters an inclusive environment in which all employees feel a sense of belonging.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for this position and we will make any adjustments that you need in the interview process and on the job to help you demonstrate your full potential. Should you require reasonable adjustments please email [email protected]

You will be required to undertake a national criminal history check and, as a condition of employment, you will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance.

For more information, visit Office of the Children’s Guardian website.

For permanent positions in the NSW Public Sector, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Key Application Responses

Targeted Questions

Responses to the following questions will be required as part of the application process. Please prepare your responses in a PDF document and attach as required. Please limit your responses to a max 300 words per response.

Targeted Question 1:

Can you describe a situation in which you identified there was an opportunity to provide coaching or mentoring to staff? How did you identify the opportunity, and what was the outcome?

Targeted Question 2:

How do you demonstrate your understanding and commitment in applying the National Quality Framework and Standards, the service philosophy of Education and Care, the National Early Years Learning Framework and Child Protection – Mandatory Reporting Framework?