What we offer: Competitive annual salary with generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 each FBT year Paid Parental Leave program for all on-going employees (after 12 months' of service) Be part of a close knit and dedicated team who are supportive, approachable and truly passionate about delivering excellence Discounted rates (50% off gap fee) for staff at all bestchance childcare centres Genuine commitment to professional development Access to Employee Wellbeing Program The Role: bestchance Child Family Care is currently seeking an exceptional individual with a positive and proactive approach to join our passionate and supportive team at Springvale Rise kindergarten.As a values based employer, bestchance educators are provided with mentoring, advice and support to extend their practice and achieve their professional goals.Please note, this is a Fixed-term role ending 20 December 2024.Job Details: Springvale Rise Kindergarten Location: Springvale Rise Primary Kindergarten: 32-52 Wareham Street, Springvale, VIC 3171 Session Times: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 8.15am-2.30pm Total Hours: 18.75 hours per week You will stand out if you: have experience in a kindergarten environment, working within a strength-based and family centred approach desire to develop warm, respectful and positive relationships with staff, children and families a genuine passion in creating a safe, secure and nurturing environment an ability to develop rapport and positive working relationships with stakeholders and families from a broad range of social and cultural backgrounds.In addition to the above you will need the following to be considered for this role: completed an approved Diploma in Education and Care qualification hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate (Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting) successfully completed 'Protecting Children - Mandatory reporting and other obligations for the Early Childhood Sector' training have a well-developed understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and National Regulations About us: bestchance Child Family Care is a not-for-profit organisation with the aim of building stronger communities, healthier families and happier childhoods.We achieve this through our quality education, care and therapy services for children, our support programs for families, and our registered training organisation.bestchance Child Family Care provides a supportive environment to grow, nurture and develop strong bonds with children and families.For more information visit our website at https://www.bestchance.org.au/ Applications: Applications for this position close on 18 October 2024.If you have any questions regarding this position please contact the team at ****** bestchance is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.We are committed to child safety and have zero tolerance of child abuse.Applicants should be aware that we carry out Working with Children, Police Records and reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people