The Hills Shire Council

Early Childhood Educator

Are you looking for a role as an Early Childhood Educator where you can engage children in intentional learning while ensuring their wellbeing. You'll be responsible for actively supervising children in our care whilst fostering positive relationships with their families. You will also plan and facilitate activities that exceed national quality standards within our supportive and dynamic work environment.

Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to a positive and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued.

Some of the responsibilities in this role include:

• Actively supervise children, ensure their wellbeing, and assume the role of 'responsible officer' inthe centre director's absence.
• Develop and implement activities consistent with the national quality framework, collaboratingwith families, children, and staff to exceed National Quality Standards.
• Participate in maintaining safety standards, act as a first aid officer when needed.

What are we seeking in our new team member:

• Positive and engaged person
• Holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
• Holds First Aid, CPR, WWC and Drivers Licence (Class C) - NSW

Benefits of working with us:
Temporary Full-time role for up to 12 months. Competitive rates of pay starting from $37.82 per hour (excluding superannuation), paid weekly, paid training to keep your skills up to date, opportunity for bonus payments, free on-site parking, and an active Social Club.

Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page online at Careers | The Hills Shire Council by 5pm on 6 December 2024. As applications will be processed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged.

You can also request adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au

Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community. Council is also committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children, and Criminal History.