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Milestones Early Learning Torquay, located in sunny Hervey Bay, seeks a Qualified Early Childhood Teacher to lead our Kindy room team.
Affinity Advantages
* 50% discount on childcare gap fees from day one.
* Competitive above-award rates based on experience and qualifications.
* Scholarships for those studying towards a Bachelor in Early Education.
* Up to $400 annually for professional development.
* ECT Connect membership with Affinity's national network of 238 centres.
* Extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
* Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses.
* Career progression opportunities to work towards a management role e.g. Senior Centre Manager/ Area Manager/ Quality Advisor.
* 30% discount on 12-month memberships with Goodlife or Fitness First.
* Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.
About the Centre:
Welcome to Milestones Early Learning Torquay, situated in the beautiful coastal town of Hervey Bay in the Fraser Coast region of QLD. Our connections within the community and long-standing educators enable the service to provide high-quality care through child-led investigative play using our Lifelong Learning Curriculum.
About the Role
* Lead a team of educators in the Kindy room and motivate them to deliver exceptional results.
* Develop a lifelong love of learning through child-led enquiries, connections to our local primary school, and positive experiences within our community.
* Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that cater to the unique interests and strengths of each child.
* Support the centre to Meet/Exceed the National Quality Standards.
About You
* An Early Childhood Degree or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
* Relevant teachers' registration (if applicable).
* A current Working with Children's Check or willingness to obtain.
* A current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willingness to obtain.
* A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds.
Our Mission
At Affinity Education Group, we inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. We create environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued, while also prioritising the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all employees and their families.
Curriculum
We use the Lifelong Learning Curriculum, Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research, and evidence-informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.
Safety Commitment
We are dedicated to upholding the safety, rights, and wellbeing of all children and promoting a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. We are committed to creating inclusive and diverse workplaces where every individual is treated with respect and dignity.