Remuneration: $27.66 - $31.31 per hour + 11.5% Super + Salary PackagingEmployment Type: CasualPosition Classification: Child Care WorkerLocation: Possum Place Child Care Centre - John Hunter HospitalHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ510574Applications Close: Sunday, 15th December 2024 About the role:We are looking for experienced Early Childhood professionals to join our dynamic team. We are looking for a committed educator who is willing to engage in innovative practices across a contemporary setting and curriculum. Active participation in a range of service activities is key to developing ongoing partnerships with families and colleagues.Within this role, the Early Childhood Educator will engage in service programs such as bush play, tinkering, movement, and Indigenous learning.  As an Early Childhood Educator, it is expected that commitment to the centre's philosophy is adhered to promoting an inclusive program for every child.This role requires collaboration with team, families, and external services to provide appropriately tailored activities. This is used to monitor and progress children’s development as well as reporting to families and other interested parties e.g. school, therapists. Responsibilities may include:Engaging with children in interactions at activities and groups.Providing support to assist children develop functional play skills and learning.Active supervision of all children in all spaces.Attending to routine tasks such as cleaning, cooking with children, developing portfolios of children’s learning.Participating in meetings to develop curriculums, critically reflect, and implement.Ongoing professional development is a priority component of the role. Training is diverse and inclusive of individual, team, and whole service delivery. Orientation is extensive and supported by team members across the service.For more information on the role click here for the Position Description About the Possum Place Team:Possum Place Child Care Centre is an Exceeding service providing care for families employed by Hunter New England LHD. Teamwork and communication are critical to our culture as we work towards the best outcomes for every child. Communication is an evolving process through discussion, training, and meeting.Our team is diverse in interests and abilities. All team members are provided with opportunities to use their strengths to extend the role of educator. The Performance Development Review system identifies individual and team priorities for development. The team is committed to ongoing critical reflection as a source of curriculum planning and implementation. Engagement with the wider professional Early Childhood community is undertaken through networking, professional development, and collaboration.About you:We're looking for a motivated professional willing to contribute to the ongoing dynamics of the service. Involvement in curriculum design and implementation is inclusive of communication, learning new skill sets and sharing knowledge. Of high importance to the position is the health, safety, and wellbeing of children through supervision and teamwork. Engagement within the team is essential to ensuring the wellbeing of each team member. As a team member, the ability to advocate for self and others will provide an inclusive workplace and educational environment. Requirements:Completion of Diploma of Children's Services; Associate Diploma Social Studies (Child Care); Certificate Child Care Studies; Child Care Certificate; Certificate III - Child Studies; or other recognised relevant qualification in similar educational and child related disciplines eg. primary teaching, psychology, social welfare which are inclusive of child development and communication or working towards any of these qualifications.Current NSW Department of Education and Communities approved child protection qualification. What we can offer you:Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zeroProximity to shopping and other servicesSuperannuation contributionsSalary packaging optionsFitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Additional information:We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Need more information?  1) Click here for the Position Description  2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Amanda Holt at [email protected]

Canterbury South Public School is seeking a passionate, energetic Science and Technology teacher who can work part time to ensure our whole school program is taught to all classes K-6. Working within an established scope and sequence, the teacher would have access to Inquisitive Science Units and align a Technology component to their program. The classes take place in our custom designed STEM lab including Lego Robotics, Sphero and DashBot and BeeBot resources, 3D printing, Student laptops and iPads. Suitable candidates would be required to attach a one page CV and one page letter outlining their skills, experience and suitability for the role. Following shortlisting, a short interview with the school Principal would be required.