Description Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs. AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility. DIRECTORATE: Business, Growth & Community CLASSIFICATION: Grade C SALARY: $40.80 to $47.33 per hour 12% employer contribution to superannuation (includes 25% loading in lieu of all leave entitlements) REPORTING TO: Service Coordinator Banjora EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Casual THE POSITION: To assist the team in ensuring that AlburyCity's Early Childhood Education and Care service provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment for all children and operates in an efficient and effective manner. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To be actively involved with children as individuals and as a group, assisting them to participate in daily routines and to develop their skills. To contribute to the implementation of a curriculum which meets the developmental, cultural and individual needs of children attending the Centre. To maintain and complete children's daily record sheets and record attendance details of children. To comply with the Education and Care Services National Regulations. To report on all maintenance and equipment needs and replacements. To follow housekeeping practices which ensures that equipment is maintained at an optimal level and that designated areas are kept clean and tidy. To be an active member of the team, including participation in staff meetings, ensuring a cooperative teamwork approach and promoting good communication between staff, volunteers and parents. Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training. To observe AlburyCity’s commitment to being a child safe organisation, creating safe environments that minimise the risk of harm with a zero tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect. Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS. Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct. Qualifications KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Internal Our people External Our community EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Based on a 38 hour week, working on a casual basis, with actual days and times to be negotiated with the supervisor, with no RDO. This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely. This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases: Hepatitis A Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) Varicella (Chicken Pox) This position involves working both indoor and outdoor. In addition to computer work, a moderate amount of physical activity may also be required, depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. Appropriate WHS standards will be applied for all manual handing activity. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position. This position requires evidence of a current NSW Working with Children Clearance. This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing This position may require the employee to be nominated and/or undertake higher level roles within Children's Services in order to meet service and legislative requirements. This position is located at Banjora Children's Centre (Cardo Drive, Springdale Heights) with occasional visits to external sites/depots and AlburyCity Administration Building as required ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: Diploma in Children's Services or relevant discipline NSW Working With Children Clearance DESIRABLE CRITERIA: Current First Aid Certificate Current Accredited Emergency Asthma Management Training Current Accredited Anaphylaxis Management Training Class C (standard) Driver's Licence EXPERIENCE Experience in a long day care centre Experience in supporting and working in a multi-disciplinary child care team SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: An understanding of the Early Years learning Framework (EYLF) Knowledge of child development and experience in the application of that knowledge in the implementation of programs and routines General understanding and knowledge of record keeping and administrative procedures required in a Long Day Care Centre Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards Demonstrated knowledge of the day to day care of the children; including hygiene and health and safety practices and standards
