Explore & Develop Artarmon is seeking a passionate and committed educator to join our Explore & Develop family, working with our 4-5 year old’s. This role is a co-room leader role, working alongside a passionate Early Childhood Teacher with a wealth of experience.
Explore & Develop is a group of privately owned early childhood services – offering employees the benefits of working directly for an owner/operator, while having access to support, training and collaboration with the broader group.
E&D Artarmon is owned and operated by two local early childhood professionals. We pride ourselves in mentoring, supporting and developing our educators, providing ongoing support, professional development opportunities, career progression and a valuable and rewarding long-term career.
Our centre is rated Exceeding and is highly reputable in the local area, and we have a number of amazing educators who have been working with us for over a decade – proof that we invest in our people.
In a recent employee survey, our people named the best things about working with us as:
- “Teams are like family.”
- “Supportive workplace culture, where people feel valued.”
- “Meaningful work with positive outcomes for children and families.”
Why choose us?
- Guidance and support from our Owner/Operators, Nominated Supervisor/Educational Leader who have extensive experience in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector.
- We have a strong committed team who are welcoming, supportive and dedicated to the Early Childhood profession with opportunities for development and career advancement.
- Highly qualified and over the years have developed a thoughtfully balanced team.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- We have a strong play-based learning philosophy.
- Curriculum development cover and support on-site.
- We strive to embed a strong partnership approach to collaborating amongst the wider team.
- Our service values its partnerships with the wider community – local library, NSW Aboriginal Land Council and local schools.
- Close public transport (St Leonards Train Station and buses) + staff parking available.
- Close to a variety of amenities and cafes
Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood education (ACECQA Approved qualification)
- Hold a current, cleared Working with Children Check
- Current First Aid & CPR Qualification
- Have a good understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
Employee extras:
- Free access to unlimited professional development through ECA
- Career progression opportunities
- A wellbeing program that provides external mental health support and counselling
- Parking available onsite
- Flexible working arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and access to the Explore & Develop Annual Conference featuring National and International Speakers
- Uniforms provided.
- Social Events
- Staff retention bonus and packages (5 and 10-year celebrations)
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
If you are looking for a supportive, encouraging and positive team environment in a wonderfully established and exceeding rated centre, please send a copy of your CV to our Assistant Director Lily Kean at:
artarmonel@exploreanddevelop.com.au
We look forward to hearing from you!
