Childcare Jobs - Diploma/Cert III educator, Full Time - Queenstown TAS, Australia

Who we are

Thrive Group Tasmania is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a volunteer Board. We have been providing education and care for children from birth to 13 years for over 40 years. We offer families a wide range of care options throughout Tasmania including Family Day Care, Early Learning and Care and Outside School Hours Care.

OUR VISION

To enable Tasmania’s children to thrive while they explore and contribute to the wonder-filled world around them.

OUR MISSION

To create opportunities for Tasmanian children and their families to lead lives full of possibility and to thrive.

OUR VALUES

Respect

We see others as creative global citizens and value the unique perspectives they bring.

We treat others with empathy and respect.

Integrity

We see the world through an ethical lens

We take responsibility for our actions and speak up when necessary.

Collaboration

We see each child and their family as contributors and creators.

We work in teams and collaborate with others.

Excellence

We are evidence-informed and seek to lead by example.

We deliver high-quality education and care.

Imagine working with us

Work on Tasmania's rugged West Coast in this 25-place Early Learning Service. Located in the historic mining town of Queenstown, lead an enthusiastic and experienced team to deliver play-based learning to the children in the local community and the surrounding smaller communities. Queenstown is one of the trial sites for the Tasmanian governments universal access for three year old programs. This position will include experience working with the Tasmanian Government program, with Support from Thrive, to address Early Learning issues across the surrounding communities as part of a government program.

About you

Successful candidates will have:

• A Diploma in Education and Care or be working towards one.
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Strong understanding of the EYLF and NQF
• A current Working With Vulnerable People Registration
• A current First Aid Certificate OR can obtain one.

We offer:

• Competitive wages
• Ongoing support and training·
• Salary Packaging
• Network meeting for Centre Leader
• First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, Safe Food and Safe Sleep training delivered by experts included in employment.

Position descriptions and selection criteria are available on request.