A unique family-owned-and-operated service is looking for a leader who aspires to help build one of NSW’s best early childhood education and care services.
Our beautiful purpose-built and well-resourced environments includes a stunning natural outdoor space – one of the largest in Wilton – which we know is something our local families are looking for.
The opportunity:
This is a full time leadership role working alongside the owner of the service, which will allow you to flex your creativity to develop engaging programs in line with the EYLF. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality education and care and building strong relationships with families.
Who you are:
You are a dedicated, trustworthy and committed professional who loves your career in the early childhood sector.
You value an environment that appreciates your input and ideas. You enjoy working as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
You are excited by the prospect of working for an organisation that offers ongoing professional development opportunities.
You will possess the following essential skills:
Australian working rights
A genuine interest in nurturing the educational development of children
A proactive and a positive can-do attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
An inclusive, respectful and high-quality approach in your leadership
Demonstrated Leadership Experience with a minimum of 2 years management experience in an early childhood education and care service
Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices
Current approved ‘First Aid/CPR’, ‘Asthma’ and ‘Anaphylaxis’ qualifications.
Sound understanding of the ‘National Quality Framework’, including Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) the National Quality Standard, and working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF)
A commitment to working in partnership with families with the ability to form and maintain respectful relationships with families and children and foster a community spirit.
An understanding of current pedagogical thinking and research with the ability to support the Educational Leader in their role of curriculum development.
A commitment to inclusive early childhood practice and social justice.
Why Chose Us:
Supportive workplace culture where people feel valued
Professional development & training opportunities, including Nominated Supervisors Collaboration Meetings
Career progression pathways
Wellbeing initiatives (Access EAP)
Discounted fees for your own children
Free parking available onsite
Uniforms provided
Flexible working arrangements / RDO
Paid day off on your birthday
Regular team social events
Child-Safe Organisation:
Explore & Develop Wilton is committed to being a child safe organisation. We put children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices. Child safety is a shared responsibility; all employees must contribute to maintaining our child-safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs.
As part of our commitment, successful applicants will undergo thorough screening processes prior to commencement and will be required to complete in-depth child safety and child protection training as part of their onboarding program.
How to apply/ For more information
Please email us at wilton@exploreanddevelop.com.au with your up-to-date resume and a bit about why you’d like to work with us. We look forward to hearing from you!
