Employment

COMMUNITY KINDERGARTENS

Lady Gowrie Headstart Kindergarten – Vincent
Traineeship

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Jimboomba Community Kindergarten
Full Time Assistant

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Marchant Park Kindergarten
Teacher/Nominated Supervisor

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Staverton Community Kindergarten
After Kindy Hours Care (AKHC) Educator / Assistant

Staverton Kindergarten has been providing high-quality early childhood education for more than 75 years and offers an enriching learning environment for children. Staverton is a not-for-profit community kindergarten affiliated with The Gowrie (QLD) Inc. Staverton has a caring and dedicated team of educators who strive for excellence in early childhood education through safe, guided and supported play.

The centre has two units with four groups of children attending a five day fortnight

The position:

• Casual position commencing Monday 25th January 2021.
• Working Monday to Friday 2.15pm – 5.30pm during term time.
• Work with and support the Coordinator in the delivery of a high quality, inclusive and educational program in accordance with current Kindy policies and standards and specific directions of the Management Committee of Staverton.

Position responsibilities include:

• Assist the Coordinator to implement an educational program in accordance with the national curriculum EYLF (Early Years Learning Framework) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.
• Assist the Coordinator to observe, plan for and document learning with the children in the class.
• Provide support and work collaboratively with other staff in the centre to maintain an efficient and well organised learning environment.
• Develop meaningful and supportive relationships with children, parents/caregivers, colleagues, and management committee members.
• Actively participate in the functioning of the centre, participating in events and professional development opportunities, becoming involved in the overall “wellbeing” of the centre community.

Requirements:

• Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care and have some experience in early childhood settings.
• Current Blue Card (Paid Employee).
• Current Certificate in Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education & Care Setting – HLTAID004 or must be willing to obtain prior to commencement of position.
• A caring, kind personality and dedication to caring for children.
• Child protection training would be advantageous.

To apply please email your resume, covering letter and the names of two referees to the attention of the Nominated Supervisor at katebeutel@staverton.com.au.

 

 

Landsborough Community Kindergarten

Invites expressions of interest from candidates for the following positions:

• Inclusion Support Assistants
• Casual Relief Early Childhood Teachers

About Us
Landsborough Community Kindergarten operates two kindergarten groups on a 5-day per fortnight program. We are an inclusive community-based, not-for-profit kindergarten, affiliated with Lady Gowrie.

We are proud to be rated ‘Exceeding’ in all seven areas of the National Quality Standard. Our service provides a nurturing and inspiring environment via a high-quality play-based educational program. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly-skilled and passionate team of early childhood professionals.

About The Positions

Inclusion Support Assistants

We are seeking applicants to fill potentially two vacancies as Inclusion Support Assistants during 2021, to assist in the delivery of the Queensland Government’s Inclusion Support Scheme.

Applicants for Inclusion Support roles will ideally have:

• Cert III or Diploma in Children’s Services preferred, or similar (qualification must be recognised by ACECQA) or ‘actively studying towards’
• Current Paid Blue Card (or willing to obtain one)
• Up to date First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificate/s.
• Prior experience with Inclusion Support, but not essential

Casual Relief Early Childhood Teachers

We are also seeking applicants for casual relief teaching for 2021, with the days and hours to fluctuate based on the needs of the kindergarten. We require applicants who are available at short notice, and available to work most days of the week.

The following Qualifications for Casual Relief Teaching are essential:

• Approved Early Childhood Teacher qualification (must meet ACECQA and QKFS requirements)
• Current Queensland College of Teachers Registration
• Current Suitability Card or Exemption Card for Registered Teachers
• Current Senior First Aid including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
• Current training in Child Protection

Selection Criteria
Each of these positions will require you to provide a quality educational program for the children and families in supporting positive outcomes for each individual child.

The successful candidate will be suitably qualified (as indicated above), and meet the following selection criteria:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in forming on-going professional relationships with families and stakeholders from the Service Community.
• Dedication to age appropriate pedagogy and valuing early childhood education with the philosophy of learning through play.
• Demonstrated ability to provide and document a high quality, play-based early childhood program.
• A passion for Nature Play.
• A commitment to best practice and advocacy for children in our community.

How To Apply
Applicants for the positions are required to email a covering letter addressing the selection criteria above, accompanied by their CV as soon as possible.

We also require a copy of your Blue Card and Child Protection Training Certificate attached to your application.

Applications are to be addressed to the Executive Management Committee and emailed to landsboroughkindy@bigpond.com.

We thank all candidates for their applications, however only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted directly.

 

 

 

 

 

Lawton Kindergarten
Permanent Part Time Assistant

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced and dedicated Educator to join the Lawnton Kindergarten team as an Assistant, commencing in Term 2 of 2021.

About Lawnton Kindergarten:

Lawnton Kindergarten is a not-for-profit, double unit centre affiliated with Lady Gowrie Qld and has a reputation in the community for the high-quality programs we deliver to children 3-5 years of age.   We are rated ‘Exceeding’ in each of the seven quality areas of the National Quality Standards; most recently assessed in 2018. The kindergarten has a friendly and professional working environment, with experienced teachers and supporting staff who are committed to providing a safe, caring, and supportive early educational experience of the highest quality.

About the role:

• The successful Educator will pride themselves on their passion and dedication for early childhood education in a learning environment, with a dedication to furthering their own learning as an early childhood professional.
• The successful Educator will have exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with families, children and co-workers.
• The successful Educator will have a Certificate III or higher qualification, with the skills and experience necessary to assist the Teacher in delivering a high-quality kindergarten program to children aged 3-5 years, in the year before Prep.
• The successful Educator will be required to work 37.5 hours per fortnight on alternate Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
• The successful Educator will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the duties as an Assistant educator and be a team player.
• The successful Educator will need to demonstrate an understanding of the provision of a safe, well planned indoor and outdoor learning environment, and have a passion for creating and delivering stimulating and engaging learning environments.
• The successful Educator must have an awareness of the National Quality Framework.
• The successful Educator must be skilled with documenting observations of children’s behaviour and development in the form of learning stories.
• The successful Educator must have the ability to implement a planned program, in collaboration with the teacher, ensuring the needs of individual children and the group are met.

Required Qualifications:

• Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by ACECQA.
• Current working with children (Queensland Blue Card or Exemption) and national police check.
• Current First Aid, including CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma.
• A minimum 3 years’ experience with Lady Gowrie or C&K kindergartens will be an advantage.

Applications are to be sent to the Director: ina@lawntonkindy.com.au  with your cover letter and resume, outlining your qualifications and experience, and including the contact details of at least 2 referees.

Applications Close Wednesday 3rd February  2021

 

 

 

Stafford Heights Kindergarten
2021 Diploma Qualified Educator

Stafford Heights Kindergarten (SHK) is seeking a passionate candidate to join our dynamic team as co-ordinator of the Outside Hours Care Program.

As a non-for-profit community organisation affiliated with Lady Gowrie Queensland, SHK holds a significant presence in the Stafford Heights community and has done so for over the past 50 years. SHK reflects this meaningful history with its unique single unit premise, community centric ethos and communal gardens. The contemporary learning expertise of our dedicated team ensures children receive the richest possible learning opportunities.

 

Stafford Heights Kindergarten is looking for an educator who is:

• open to new learning
• knowledgeable about the National Quality Framework
• familiar with digital technology
• wanting to work with a team who engage in continuous professional growth

We have a role available for up to 15 hours per week over 3 days.

• Permanent part time contract positions available
• Above award hourly rates
• Work hours range from 1.30pm to 6pm
• 3 days per week (Monday – Wednesday)
• Working with 3-5-year old children
• Reporting to Director / Nominated Supervisor

 

Benefits and perks

This role is perfect for anyone currently looking to expand their knowledge and experience within a quality community Kindergarten. The hours of work make it ideal for students currently studying their Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

 

Selection Criteria

Qualifications:

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent qualification)

Practice:

• An ability to drive and implement a planned program, ensuring the needs of individual children and the group are met
• An ability to document and assess children’s learning and development
• Maintain and demonstrate current working knowledge and theories relevant to early childhood education
• Demonstrated understanding of the provision of a safe, engaging, well planned indoor and outdoor learning environment

Relationships with children:

• Demonstrated experience in providing practical guidance and interaction that ensures quality outcomes for children
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining positive relationships with families that supports each child’s needs

Personal accountability:

Evidence of experience that shows:

• Initiative and strong sense of personal responsibility for meeting objectives and managing health and safety risks;
• Models professional and ethical behaviour;
• Commits to professional development; and
• Displays courage in the provision of advice and decision making.

 

Please send applications to Emma Keene (Stafford Heights Kindergarten Director / Nominated Supervisor) at admin@staffordheightskindergarten.qld.edu.au

Please call 07 3359 7923 with questions. Applications close Friday the 5th of February 2021.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Affiliated Kindergarten Relief Staff Listing

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LONG DAY CARE

Lady Gowrie Child Centre’s – Brisbane
Full Time Educators and Lead Educators

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Lady Gowrie Dysart Child Centre
Early Childhood Teacher

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