Certificate III relevant work experience Permanent Full Time Role Great location - 2 minute to Metro station and near Redfern train station SDN Lois Barker seeks a passionate full time Educator for the Infant/ toddler room in our 37-place centre. Join a supportive team committed to quality education, child safety and teamwork. About The Role As an educator, you’ll work within a supportive and collaborative team to deliver a high-quality, inclusive program, build meaningful relationships with children and families, embrace diverse needs, and enjoy a conveniently located centre just minutes from the Metro and Redfern railway station. This will include: Build nurturing, positive relationships with children and support their emotional wellbeing Guide positive behaviour and encourage children’s independence and decision-making Create engaging, inclusive environments that support all areas of development Support daily routines, including meals, toileting, and responding to individual needs Assist with observing, documenting, and supporting children’s learning and healthy habits About You: You will have experience and skills in the following: A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Standards Working with Children Check and current Senior First Aid qualification Sound understanding of the development of children, their health, hygiene and nutritional needs Child protection training and commitment to child safety Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration What is on offer: Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP) Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children Rostered day off per month (full-time staff) Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal / carer’s leave Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow Employee Assistance Program Other benefits can be seen here: Why work for SDN? What is it like to work with us? Established in 1983, our Waterloo Centre is a 44-place centre, offering early childhood education for children from birth to school age as well as an Autism Specific program focusing on transition to school. It's a small and tranquil centre which families call their "oasis in the city." The centre is located close to public transport and has off-street all-day parking nearby. Our team is committed to supporting the children of our community to thrive by pursuing their strengths, interests and goals and by supporting their families to feel confident, capable and connected. If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children, young people, and families, we would love to hear from you! About SDN SDN Children’s Services is a respected not-for-profit organisation that has been providing quality services for children and families for 120 years. Our purpose is to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development in inclusive environments; and our vision is for an equitable world where all children thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families and staff belong. You can find out more about us on the SDN website. SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT). SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
