Educator

Only About Children - Penrith OAC Penrith is a warm inviting 108 place childcare centre located on 4/120 Mulgoa Rd Penrith in one of the most popular commercial hubs .Children have a wonderful environment to direct their own play, explore and create with 2 dedicated play areas. Our three age-based indoor spaces are designed to encourage growth and learning amongst our children, with a focus on natural elements and safety. We have long standing diverse culture team of educators at the campus who are always striving towards creating a positive and inclusive environment for children , families and other educators. Our nurturing kindergarten educators give special emphasis on building school-ready skills, such as Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math), Sustainability, Music, Dramatic Play and Art Role: We are looking for a Trainee educator to support the Preschool room space. T rainee Educator role Exciting opportunity to study a Certificate III in Early Childhood education & care whilst putting theory into practice working in our Campuses. The study will be funded and organised by Only About Children so this is a good pathway into the Early Childhood Sector with future career development and mentoring available. You will work as part of a team with the opportunity to collaborate with experienced Early Childhood professionals receiving mentoring whilst sharing your strengths.

• Trainee's are given time to study, a mentor and the chance to learn on the job and practice / experience setting up experiences for children.
• You will learn about age appropriate activities for children as well as how to keep them safe in line with child protection
• You will supervise and interact with the children as well as supporting / leading group times and facilitating opportunities for children to learn through play.
• We are committed to our HEART principles and have built a positive culture where you can grow and feel valued.

We believe you are worth more: As a valued Early Childhood educator at Only About Children you will receive our wonderful benefits and career development opportunities:

• Join our premium Early Childhood organisation with 80 campuses nationally.
• 50% discount for employee childcare fee
• Above award salary and annual review
• Two `Wellbeing Days' and option to purchase up to two weeks additional annual leave
• 20 weeks Government Parental Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for ongoing mental health and wellbeing support
• Retail Discount Program including discounted online and instore vouchers and over 500 online cashback offers
• Financial study support for all levels of qualification: Study your Diploma whilst working with us with no cost to you (T&C apply)

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• ; Valid Visa with full working rights for a minimum of 24 months.
• ; Current paid WWCC

How to Apply At OAC, we are committed to initiatives which support our team and sector more broadly. With this, we are applying to participate in the Federal Governments ECEC Worker Retention Payment Program which will see an additional 10% allowance be paid on top of the current national award rate in the first year. Click `apply now' and submit your application to radha.kokku@oac.edu.au or call Radha @ 0407906507 to discuss your application. At Only About Children we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and we want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community, particularly those who identify as Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.