SDN Newtown - Educator - Full - Time

Join SDN Newtown as a permanent full-time Educator and be part of a close-knit, community- minded team where children, families and educators are genuinely valued. As a permanent full-time Certificate III qualified Educator, you’ll build strong relationships, support children’s learning and wellbeing, and grow your career with a respected not-for-profit organisation. About The Role This will include: Collaborating and supporting the children based on their interest Creating a safe, engaging and stimulating learning environment. Supporting children’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs Assist in the observation and evaluation of the children’s developmental needs Supporting routines that promote flexibility, trust, security, smooth transitions and wellbeing of the children at all times. Building strong respectful relationships with children and families About You You will have experience and skills in the following: A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care with full working rights Relevant work experience in a similar role (6 -12months essential) Understanding of Child Protection legislation and holds an approved Current Child Protection Training qualification Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Standards Working with Children Check and current First Aid qualification What is on offer Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP) Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children Rostered day off per month (full-time staff) Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal / carer’s leave Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow Employee Assistance Program   Other benefits can be seen here: Why work for SDN? What is it like to work with us? SDN Linthorpe St is a 50-place early learning and preschool centre in the heart of Newtown. You’ll join a close-knit, innovative and community-minded team that values respectful relationships with children and families and sharing knowledge, experience and culture. Recently refurbished, the centre combines the character of a historic building with contemporary indoor and outdoor learning spaces designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and play.  If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children, young people, and families, we would love to hear from you! About SDN SDN Children’s Services is a respected not-for-profit organisation that has been providing quality services for children and families for 120 years. Our purpose is to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development in inclusive environments; and our vision is for an equitable world where all children thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families and staff belong. You can find out more about us on the SDN website. SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT). SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.