Welcome to Kids Academy Symonston!
We are a beautiful 90 place centre. Our philosophy is based on a holistic image of the child. Our Families tell us they love our approach to sustainability and commitment to supporting inclusivity.
This is your opportunity to join us in our mission to realise potential - in little people and in our people – especially our teachers!
You will:
Grow and instill a lifelong love of learning in children through a curriculum combining play-based and intentional teaching.
Gain support and training in guiding children’s behaviours.
Create child-led programs which respect the individuality of every child.
Support the educational team and centre management to meet and exceed the National Quality Standards.
About you:
Hold an Early Childhood Degree or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification
Have a relevant teachers’ registration
Have a current Working with Children’s Check
Why work for Affinity?
If you’re looking for a values-led organization with incredible people making a genuine difference.
Our mission is to realise the potential in everyone – from children to educators, from managers to our vibrant centre support office team.
To be sure, our portfolio of centres is growing about as fast as the little people in our care, we are focused on delivering a lifelong learning approach resulting in quality early education and care.
Our Safety Commitment
At Affinity Education, we believe that child safety is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm.
Affinity Advantages
A Permanent role working for one of Australia’s largest childcare groups
10% above award rates
$500 sign on bonus
Support to maintain teachers registration
50% discount on childcare fees from your first day
30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First
Training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential – up to 80% of our promotions are from internal promotions!
Access to Affinity Learning Academy fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses
Pedagogical support from Dr Lesley Jones and her Education Advisor Team
Dedicated Centre Support Office including Operations and Quality team to help your centre meet business, compliance and education goals
Career progression opportunities to work towards a management role e.g. Centre Manager/ Area Manager/ Quality Advisor
Wellbeing initiatives with our Australia wide partners including TELUS Health
Partner discounts with over 100 different retailers
Insurance benefits via Bupa
We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.
LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now!