ABOUT US Regional Early Education and Development (REED) is a multi-site Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) service with currently 25 centers located throughout Regional Western Australia. Our mission is to deliver high quality and sustainable ECEC services by contributing to the development and wellbeing of children (who are the future), while building relationships with families and communities in Regional WA. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS Wages are paid between level 4.3 and 5.3 $1ph, dependent on experience and all conditions are in-line with the Children Services Award 2010. Annual wages between $64,773 and $67,539 pa depending on position and experience. Sign on bonus $1000 Relocation allowance up to $5,000 Accommodation allowance up to $150 per week Rental accommodation available to move into immediately (some locations). Health Insurance Discounts with Medibank. Employee assistance program (EAP) services provided to all staff and their immediate family. The positions are full time, except where stated. Sponsorship options available with our new labour agreement. PRIMARY DUTIES (ANZSCO 421111) This includes but is not limited to; Provide quality early childhood education, care and development for children aged 0-6 for long day care and up to 12 in outside school hours care. Support, plan and lead the preparation of children’s programs and play environments based on the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive of each child’s learning and development. This includes setting and supervising daily routines, critical reflection and supporting individual child needs. Support children’s learning through play, by providing age appropriate experiences and building on their individual interests to facilitate additional learning opportunities for each child. Build relationships with children and families that are positive, respectful and built on trust. Ensure the health and safety of children at all times. Work with children and families to effectively implement and supervise children’s daily routines. Provide a safe and inclusive environment for children. Support children to develop cooperative behaviour through effective interactions, and ensuring behaviour expectations are age appropriate. Provide a range of programs to support children’s development, acting as a role model for children in all developmental stages. Ensure child:staff ratios are maintained, and children are adequately supervised at all times. Provide support and direction to trainees, students, and volunteers through coaching, supervision, reflection and evaluation, and working cooperatively. Ensure child observations are completed and recorded regularly, using child interests to plan and build quality, inclusive programs and sharing children’s progress with the child’s parent/guardian. Have primary responsibility for children within your care, working effectively with Assistant Educators and Trainee’s by delegating tasks and responsibilities where necessary. CURRENT POSITION LOCATIONS Mingenew, Western Australia - Full time Qualified Educator Merredin, Western Australia - Full time Qualified Educator Perenjori, Western Australia - Full time Team Leader (Accommodation Available) Nannup, Western Australia - Casual Qualified Educator Northampton, Western Australia - Casual Qualified Educator Cunderdin, Western Australia - Casual Qualified Educator Pingelly/Wickepin, Western Australia - Part time Qualified Educator Narembeen/Bruce Rock, Western Australia - Full time Qualified Educator Kalbarri Western Australia - Full time Qualified Educator/Group Leader VISA SPONSORSHIP Visa sponsorship options may be available to the appropriate applicant. 494 Employer Sponsored Scheme (3 Years FTE required, IELTS level 6, Skills Assessment) 482 Company Specific Labour Agreement (2 Years FTE required, IELTS level 6) As of 2024, sponsorship is now available to applicants who otherwise meet eligibility requirements but have only one year full time experience and a positive skills assesment from ACECQA under our new Labour Agreement. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALITIES, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL Diploma in Children’s Services. Up to date knowledge of all licensing and legislation relating to the provision of Early Childhood Education and Care. Understanding of the National Quality Framework and Standards, National Early Years Learning Framework and application. Current Western Australian WWCC. Current national police clearance. Current Australian Class C Drivers License. For more information on the above vacancies, please call us on 08 6832 3825 for a full and specific Job Description information sheet.