Early Childhood Educator

MinRes seeks passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled Early Childhood Educators to join our dynamic Next Gen Early Learning Centre team. As a key educational team member, the successful candidate will play an integral role in providing high-quality care and educational experiences for children in a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth; Regularly observe and document children’s progress and milestones through digital observations, learning stories, and portfolios; Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and professional development opportunities, contributing to a culture of excellence across the service; Build strong, respectful relationships with families, ensuring open communication about their child’s progress, achievements, and challenges; Adhere to child protection policies and procedures, ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all children in your care, and consistently meeting the highest standards of practice; Assist with developing and implementing the curriculum that aligns with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Requirements

Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care; Proven 3 years experience in an early childhood education setting, demonstrating a strong understanding of early childhood development, teaching practices, and applying the EYLF/NQF; Current Working with Children Check (WWCC); Knowledge of child protection policies and creating a safe, supportive learning environment; Passionate and compassionate with a genuine desire to support children’s learning and development

Benefits

Full-time, permanent positions; Competitive Salary, plus annual bonus and monthly recognition awards; Ongoing training and career progression; Access to head office facilities including the MinRes GP Centre, Alba Café, Benny’s Restaurant, NextGen Childcare, and the Next Level gym, with group fitness classes included in all memberships; All MinRes services available to employees at discounted rates; Up to 36 weeks of parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers; Access to the MinRes employee benefits program, including the MinRes MyShare Plan, private health discounts, novated leasing through salary sacrifice, retail and hotel discounts and benefits for referring friends and family to our employee referral program; Support through our Mind Matters Team and Employee Assistance Program