Early Childhood Worker (Child Care Worker)

Company: BB CHILDCARE PTY LTD t/a Bright Beginnings Early Learning Centre

Position: Early Childhood Worker (Child Care Worker)

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 plus Superannuation

Term: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Forbes, NSW, 2871

About Us:

Bright Beginnings Early Learning Centre is seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Early Childhood Worker to join our growing team. We are a supportive, high-quality childcare service committed to providing the best start for young children and building quality relationships with our families. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on a child's early years, we encourage you to apply.

We are a 70-place family-owned and operated Long Day Care Centre located in Central West NSW. Our beautiful team of educators are what makes us stand apart from the rest and support our mission to provide a high-quality environment for our children and families. We place a high value on the relationships we form with both the children and the families who attend our service. We are constantly striving to improve and are dedicated to ongoing professional development. We believe communication is key, and ensure all stakeholders have a voice that is heard, considered and respected. We believe childhood should be fun, and we aim to always create fun memories for everyone.

Key Responsibilities:

As a full-time Early Childhood Educator, your duties will include:

• Plan, prepare and deliver age-appropriate play-based learning programs (indoor and outdoor) in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS).
• Prepare and conduct engaging, play-based learning experiences (indoor/outdoor), including storytelling, reading and games that promote language, cognitive and creative development.
• Manage children’s behaviour with positive guidance and support inclusive social and emotional development.
• Actively supervise children at all times across daily routines, mealtimes, rest, toileting, transitions and recreational activities.
• Promote hygiene and wellbeing, embed healthy habits and infection control, and maintain a clean and well-organised learning environment.
• Observe, assess and document each child’s learning and development to inform programming and share updates with families.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues and communicate clearly.
• Uphold child safety by implementing Child Safe Standards, service policies and procedures and work health and safety requirements and respond appropriately to incidents and first aid needs.
• Respect and protect privacy and confidentiality in all interactions, records and communications.
• Work collaboratively within the team and contribute to continuous improvement and reflective practice while engaging in ongoing professional learning.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the Director to support smooth, high-quality service operations.

Qualifications and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or an equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification).
• A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Current approved First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certificates [or willingness to obtain same within three months of commencement].
• A strong understanding of the EYLF and NQS.
• Experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of qualifications.

How to Apply

If you are committed to child safety and eager to contribute your expertise in a meaningful way, we encourage you to apply. Please send your CV to [email protected] along with a brief cover letter explaining your suitability for the role.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.