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Managing unconscious bias in employment decisions in the early childhood sector
Quite apart from intentional prejudices, an individual’s decisions are also influenced by underlying or unconscious attitudes or stereotypes, known as “unconscious bias”. Unconscious bias likely plays a role in the early childhood sector, where a centre may unintentionally prefer female candidates in the recruitment process.
2024-03-18 00:26:46
by Freya Lucas
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NSW Regulatory Authority outlines findings from compliance data review
The NSW Department of Education, which serves as the regulatory authority in the state, has released compliance data gathered from compliance and monitoring visits, assessment and rating, and via service notifications, sharing its five key regulatory areas that early childhood education and care (ECEC) services should consider as they reflect on ways to enhance their practice throughout the year ahead.
2024-03-13 10:07:03
by Freya Lucas
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Ministers meet to discuss reform to the VET sector
Federal, State and Territory Skills and Training Ministers met virtually last Friday to discuss ongoing reform of the vocational education and training (VET) sector through important changes designed to address the quality and industry relevance of training, the integrity of providers, and the strengthening of the sector.
2024-03-12 09:31:12
by Freya Lucas
Quality
New bans in SA now in effect about smoking and vaping near ECEC settings
Bans around smoking and vaping in a raft of places in South Australia are now in effect, with fines in place for those caught flouting the law.
2024-03-04 09:21:27
by Freya Lucas
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Lack of sandpit supervision leads to $12,000 fine for WA approved provider
An early childhood education and care (ECEC) service in Western Australia has been fined $12,000, plus a further $1,500 in legal costs, for failing to adequately supervise children.
2024-02-28 08:56:46
by Freya Lucas
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ECEC wage negotiations boosted by 23% aged care pay increase decision from Fair Work
2024-03-16 15:53:27
by Jason Roberts
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A legacy of leadership: Defining the role of Centre Director
2024-03-15 09:51:51
by Freya Lucas
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Nominations open for the 2024 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards
2024-03-18 09:11:18
by Freya Lucas