Early Childhood Teacher (Claremont)

Ngala is currently going through a transformation and is looking for dynamic, creative, passionate people who embrace challenges and want to contribute to the growth of a culture of difference. Ngala promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. At the heart of our organisation is the commitment to deliver a range of services and programs that supports parents, families, and communities to enhance the wellbeing and development of children and young people. We believe when parents and families are confident and communities are strong, safe, and healthy, children and young people will achieve their full potential.

Our Early Learning and Development Services (ELDS) delivers high quality childcare with a curriculum that brings together Ngala’s many years of childhood development research and experience. We focus on nature play, learning through child-led play and facilitate a free-flow indoor/outdoor policy.

This is underpinned by our core values of Human Connection, Integrity, Fairness and Creativity.

About the role

As the ECT & Team Leader, you will work alongside a team of Early Childhood Educators to deliver child focused care to children 0-6 years of age and ensure Educators adhere to all policies and procedures and support their development by providing supervision, mentoring, and leading by example. In addition, you will be responsible for the preparation, implementation and evaluation of a developmentally appropriate curriculums for individual children or groups of children in care.

These is a full time (38 hours per week), ongoing opportunity in our Claremont centre. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday between the hours of 6:30am to 6:00pm.

About you

You are passionate about children's learning and development and are a leader who can bring out the best in others. You will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or equivalent, and a current registration with the Teacher's Registration Board WA (TRBWA).
• Demonstrated experience supporting the development and learning of children 0-6 years old
• Knowledge and application of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS)
• A current first aid certificate, including asthma and anaphylaxis
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and self learning to achieve the best outcomes for children
• Exceptional conflict resolution skills
• High level of verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

If successful, you will need to possess a satisfactory National Police Clearance obtained within six months and current WA Working with Children's Check.

Benefits

• Hourly rate of pay $35.41 - $49.00
• 17.5% leave loading on 4 weeks annual leave
• 5 weeks of Annual Leave per annum
• 50% discounted childcare rates
• Paid parental leave (up to 14 weeks!)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free onsite parking
• Paid Annual first aid training
• Friendly team environment
• A culture where being authentically human is highly valued!

Enquiries : For further information please contact Rebecca Lucy, Centre Coordinator at or on 9368 9360.

To apply: Please submit your CV by clicking the 'apply' button and follow the prompts.

Application close Monday 16th October 2023

*We may commence shortlisting as applications are received, so we encourage you to submit your application early.

About Ngala

At Ngala, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.

After 130 years of working with families across Western Australia, Ngala continues to use the latest research and training, alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of today’s parents and children.

Ngala is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse background, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and people with a disability.

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People as the traditional custodians of the land where our programs and services operate and pay respect to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.

Ngala may commence shortlisting as applications are received, so we encourage you to submit your application early.