2022 Childcare Educator - TAFE Students preferred null

We believe in you

We have the same purpose and passion: ensuring children are supported to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning. You are brave because you have chosen to gain the skills and qualifications to join a profession that puts you at the heart of those critical early years when a child starts to discover and explore their world.

As an Educator at Guardian Manly, you can fulfil your passion and aspire to make a difference in the lives of Australia's children. Being an Educator at Guardian means having a voice and contributing to innovative teaching programs based on world-leading research that adapts to the needs of tomorrow, truly putting children at the centre of their learning.

Fulfilling your passions means you aspire to grow and learn. Guardian offers professional learning and development programs, career pathways, and a truly collaborative and inclusive learning environment where everyone across the organisation is committed to supporting each other in their professional journey.

Joining Guardian means being part of a professional and thoughtful Team with great benefits that include:

Lead your ongoing professional development and learning through educational programs, mentoring, and peer support opportunities.
Collaborate with other professional Educators and Teachers through workshops and meetings to share best practices and learn from each other as you innovate in early childhood education programs based on exploration, discovery, and play.
Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Educators.
Reward and recognition initiatives to acknowledge the value of your contribution to our purpose.
Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.
For eligible candidates, we are excited to be able to offer educators who hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood a sponsored Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care. That means there will be no contribution fees paid by the educator! (Terms & conditions apply)
WHEREFIT - 2,000 discounted corporate offers at up to 50% off for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty and more...
Guardian Degree program - We can support you by offering paid study, flexible work hours, guardian mentors and reimbursement of course fees because we want to see you succeed. (Terms & conditions apply)

The Centre

Guardian prides itself on creating beautiful learning spaces within each unique centre and this is an amazing opportunity to be part of our growth. Our new teams have a full induction with our friendly Operations team and are supported on their journey with Guardian by like-minded Educators and Teachers from their own centre and our sister services within the state. Guardian Manly, a 104-place centre features expansive, light-filled environments, including three outdoor areas and a dining piazza. The resource-rich spaces – are filled with water play, natural play structures and open-ended materials.

The Opportunity

Working closely with your fellow Educators and Centre Manager, you will enjoy;

• Developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the centre community.
• Developing and implementing an innovative early learning program reflective of current early years thinking and practice.
• Documenting and sharing with families in their children's learning and development.
• Actively contributing to the implementation and adoption of the Guardian Curriculum.
• Professional learning and development programs, career pathways, and a truly collaborative and inclusive learning environment. 

To be considered, you will have:

• A completed Certificate III and/or Diploma in Children's Services (or working towards)
• Prior experience in long day-care
• Sound, practical working knowledge and implementation of the NQF and the EYLF
• Current Working with Children's Check.

Apply now!

So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.