Coordinator

Rare Opportunity at an Exceeding, Family-Owned CentreWe have a beautiful, family-owned centre based in Alexander Heights. We are looking for someone interested in either a full-time coordinator role or someone looking to progress into a 2-IC role. We have a strong leadership team currently but looking for additional growth into 2025.This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step up into a leadership role or progress their skillset further in a new context.We are a Reggio inspired centre that encourages our staff to use different ways to show their understanding and express their thoughts and creativity. The ongoing connection and collaboration between our Educators, families and children means our spaces are forever flourishing, growing and developing. What We Have to Offer:

• A great network. Our centre in Alexander Heights is a sister to our centre in Craigie and an OSHC right nearby too. We have two amazing Pedagogistas who aim to assist our Coordinators and Educators to feel inspired and passionate about the work that they do. Our coordinator's journeys are always collaborative ones.
• Uniqueness. An inspiring educational workplace, complete with an atelier, pottery wheel and bush kinder program.
• Paid Opportunities. We offer all of our staff paid, unique training opportunities (and of course, payment to attend such opportunities!). We also encourage (and pay for) staff to get together for social events - team bonding is key.
• Discounted care. We offer discounted care for all employees who have children.
• Social opportunities. We have team events throughout the year to foster connection across centres and for some fun of course!
• Support. We have an employee assistant program available where free counselling services are available.
• Additional leave. We offer birthday leave each year in addition to annual leave so you can celebrate your birthday however you'd like!

About You:

• You will have a Bachelor of Early Childhood or Diploma in Children Services (ACECQA recognised or equivalent).
• Current WWC
• Updated First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Asthma
• Experience in a leadership position (this can be as a room leader, 2IC or coordinator)
• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Regulations and National Quality Standards
• Ideally you will have a practical knowledge and understanding about theories of play and learning such as Reggio and Bronfenbrenner however we are always willing to educate the right candidate.
• A good work ethic, passion for the industry and a commitment to our little people and wonderful Educators.
• You will be willing to work alongside and mentor our educators on the floor to be the best educators they can be.

To find out more about what we do and how we do it, please stalk our active socials (Alexander Heights Early Learning on Facebook and Instagram) and don’t hesitate to drop us a like, message or comment.Alternatively, we invite any interested applicants to please contact our centre directly at admin@ahchildcare.com.au should you have any queries. Genuine applicants are also welcome to visit our beautiful centres for tours should they be interested in doing so. We look forward to hearing from you!Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: $33.00 – $43.00 per hourExpected hours: 38 per weekBenefits:

• Childcare assistance
• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance
• Visa sponsorship

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person