Early Childhood Educator

HarbisonOverview

Harbison is a charitable community-owned not-for-profit organisation that provides a range of care and support services including aged care disability support and retirement living. Harbison isalso the parent organisation of Harbison Early Learning which offers high-quality childcare services including Out of School Hours Care (OOSHC) as part of its intergenerational programs.

While Harbison employs the Early Childhood Educator directly the role involves a secondment arrangement with Harbison Early Learning to deliver childcare services. This unique structure allowsHarbison to support the operations of its subsidiary while fostering meaningful connections between children and aged care residents through intergenerational programs.

Primary Purpose of the Role

As an Early Childhood Educator you will contribute to creating a stimulating caring and happy environment for children supporting positive outcomes under the National Quality FrameworkRegulations and NationalLaw. You will also have the opportunity to engage with Harbisons intergenerational programs fostering connections between children and aged care residents.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaboratewith the room senior educator inthe development and delivery of learning programs in line with the My Time Our Place Framework and the service philosophy.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework relevantregulations and NationalLaw.
• Buildand maintainpositiverespectfulrelationships with children families residents and colleagues.
• Actively participate in intergenerational activitiesfosteringmeaningful experiences for both children and residents.
• Demonstrate professionalism kindness and respect in all interactions and conduct.
• Maintain a safe inclusive and engaging environment for children.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and adhere to the Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics.
• Handle all information shared during parent and staff conversations or phone calls with confidentialityensuringit is promptlyand respectfully communicatedto the appropriate individuals.
• Contribute to the services Quality Improvement Plan andparticipate inpolicy reviewsto support continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Certificate III or IV in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent) or actively working towards this qualification as per Regulation 10 of the Education and Care Services Regulation.
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR Anaphylaxis and Emergency Asthma Management training (approved by ACECQA).
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to the Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics.
• Commitment to completingworkplace training in both aged care and childcare.

Why Join Harbison

• Be part of a unique intergenerational program that fosters meaningful connections between children and aged care residents.
• Eligible employees can access salary packaging benefits including up to $15900 in pre-tax earnings for general expenses and an additional $2650 annually for entertainment expenses subject to applicable tax laws and organisational policies.
• Participate in in-house and online training programs to support your professional growth.
• Work in a supportive and positive team environment with opportunities for career progression.

Equal work opportunities

• Harbison is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We take reasonable steps to ensure that no person is discriminated against based on cultural background heritage disability age gender or sexuality.

Additional Information

Please note that this position is employed directly by Harbison with a secondment arrangement to Harbison Early Learning. Current Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations are required foremployment.

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about early childhood education and intergenerational care please submit your resume and a cover letter informationaboutthe positionplease