Childcare Assistant (Diploma Trained Full Time) -Maternity Leave

Caves Beach Early Learning Centre is a long day-care centre located within the Lake Macquarie region. Caves Beach Early Learning Centre is seeking a full-time Certificate III or Diploma trained educator to work Monday to Friday. We are seeking a candidate that is passionate about children's development and early education. You will be working with children aged 6weeks to 5 years and you will be part of a highly experienced team, who are enthusiastic and genuinely care about children and their development. You are an experienced, progressive educator with a strong understanding and appreciation of a play-based, child-led educational program

Applicants must:

Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early education

Take responsibility; be committed and mature

Take initiative and be highly effective in a team setting

Be bubbly, creative, proactive, and energetic

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Exhibit a warm and caring nature, with a genuine interest in the welfare and development of children

Be confident and motivated to excel in early education

Have an outstanding work ethic, with high regard for the children, families, and other staff at the service

Have a moderate level of computer literacy

Include at least one reference check

Leadership skills and experience

Current Asthma, anaphylaxis, CPR & First Aid certificates (or willing to obtain)

Full Australian working rights

Current Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance, Medical Clearance (or willing to obtain).

Be able to work between the hours of 7 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday

To be considered for the role, applicants must attach a cover letter to their resume explaining why they would be suitable for the role.

Job Types: Full time, Contract

Contract length: 6 months with the possibility of extending

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person