Join our vibrant team at Cessnock ELC, where you will play a key role in shaping young minds through early childhood education. We are currently seeking passionate Room Leaders with experience in the sector to make a difference in the lives of the children we care for.
As an educator, you will build and maintain strong relationships with children, families and the community, while applying your knowledge to foster each child’s development. You’ll assist in observing and evaluating their progress, ensuring all individual needs are met through a well-planned and outstanding educational program. Our team values staying updated on current regulations and best practices, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for all.
At Cessnock ELC, we are committed to supporting our staff’s growth and success. We offer a range of professional development opportunities, including ongoing training, mentoring and staff recognition programs.
If you’re looking for a new challenge, ready to take your career to the next level and have a lifelong love for learning, this is the place for you. With a strong focus on career progression and even visa sponsorship for qualified candidates, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and encourages a “can do” attitude. Come be part of a team that prioritizes children’s development and fosters a culture of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and nurture positive relationships: You’ll be building strong and caring relationships with both the children and their families, ensuring that every child feels supported and valued.
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Apply your pedagogical expertise: Using your knowledge and skills, you’ll ensure that the individual needs of each child are met, fostering their growth and development.
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Observe and evaluate progress: You’ll assist in observing the children, documenting their progress, interpreting their developmental stages and evaluating their growth to ensure continuous improvement.
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Stay updated on regulations and best practices: It’s crucial to keep informed about the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and current National Regulations, while staying up-to-date with the latest research and practices in the field. This will help in implementing the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) effectively.
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Assist with program planning and implementation: You’ll help design and implement an outstanding educational program for the children in your care, taking into account their individual needs and developmental goals.
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Comply with regulations: Your role will include ensuring compliance with government regulations to maintain the highest standards of care and education.
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Meet children’s developmental needs: It’s essential that you meet and exceed the individual needs of each child across all areas of their development.
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Maintain a safe and clean environment: You’ll be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and organized workspace that encourages effective learning and growth.
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Create a secure and stimulating learning environment: Your role involves ensuring that the children are in a supportive, secure and stimulating environment that promotes their emotional, social and cognitive development.
About You:
We are looking for individuals who:
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Seek new challenges: You’re someone who’s ready to take on new challenges and grow in their career.
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Put children first: Your decision-making process is always centered around the best interests of the children in your care.
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Are eager to advance their career: You’re ready to take your career in early childhood education to the next level and explore new opportunities.
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Exceed in their practice: You have a high standard of excellence in your practice, always striving to go above and beyond.
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Have a passion for learning: You possess a lifelong love of learning and a desire to pass this passion on to the children you work with.
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Have a “can do” attitude: You’re someone who is proactive, positive and always ready to take on new tasks and responsibilities.
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Are curious about the world: You’re constantly curious and eager to find ways to introduce children to the world around them in a way that inspires and engages them.
What We Offer:
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Professional development focus: We place a strong emphasis on your professional development, offering ongoing training and opportunities for growth.
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Ongoing training: You’ll receive continuous training to ensure that your skills and knowledge are always up-to-date with the latest trends and practices in early childhood education.
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Visa sponsorship available: For qualified candidates, we offer visa sponsorship opportunities, making it easier for you to pursue your career goals with us.
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Mentorship program: We provide staff mentoring programs to help guide you through your professional journey and foster growth and development.
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Incentive and recognition programs: We believe in recognizing and rewarding our staff for their hard work and dedication, offering incentive programs to show our appreciation.
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Fantastic career opportunities: Our organization offers great career progression opportunities, allowing you to advance and explore new roles within the company.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of professional development opportunities are available?
We offer ongoing training, mentorship programs and other professional development opportunities to help you grow in your role and advance your career.
What does the Room Leader role involve on a day-to-day basis?
Your responsibilities will include building relationships with children and families, planning educational programs, observing and evaluating children’s progress and ensuring a safe and stimulating environment.
Are there opportunities for career progression?
Yes, we offer fantastic career opportunities within our organization, allowing you to advance into higher leadership roles and expand your experience.
Is visa sponsorship available for this role?
Yes, we provide visa sponsorship for qualified candidates who meet the necessary requirements for working in Australia.
What is the working environment like at Cessnock ELC?
We foster a supportive and collaborative work culture, where team members are encouraged to grow and contribute to the development of the children in our care.
How does Cessnock ELC support work-life balance for its staff?
We value our staff’s well-being and work-life balance, providing a flexible and supportive environment to accommodate personal and professional needs.