Early Childhood Teacher

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a full time Early Childhood Teacher to work at Scallywags Long Day Care and Preschool.

The successful applicant will be experienced, self-motivated and passionate about the education and care of young children and who would like to be to be part of an organisation that values the wellness, safety and education of children aged 0-5 years.

The Centre provides a high level of education and care and is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher that will assist in making the service a point of difference from other child care providers.

This position works alongside a team of professionals responsible for room management, child health and safety, education and planning and to enrich children’s lives through play-based learning. 

Key Requirements

• Current Class C Drivers Licence 
• Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualifications approved by ACECQ
• Hold a current registration with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Experience in the provision of producing quality educational programs for children aged 0 to 5 years of age, in particular Pre-School education
• The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment. 
• Good communication skills with the ability to develop relationships with children their families
• Able to comply with the requirements of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013 through the provision of a Working with Children Check clearance.
• Current approved First Aid qualification, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management qualification
• Must be able to satisfy the criteria for appointment as person in day-to-day charge of the service 

What we can offer

• Work/Life Balance 
• Rostered day off every third week
• Generous leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym membership
• Employee education assistance
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Access to confidential employee assistance program

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,310.30 - $1,376.66 per week + superannuation

Position Status: Permanent Full-Time   

Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm on a rotating roster and rostered day off every three weeks

Application closing date: Sunday, 9 February 2025, at 11.59pm

Contact Officer: Tegan Low - 02 6333 6561

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.