Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training)
Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The School’s cutting-edge teaching and learning techniques, supported by a research centre, attract the best minds in education.
The Peter Toms Early Learning Centre at BGS facilitates the growth and development of pre-school aged boys in preparation for entry into Primary School. In addition to the provision of a stimulating and engaging kindergarten program, the ELC also offers optional care for students before and after their kindergarten session and during the term breaks. Staff within the ELC work as part of a team whose key function is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for preschool aged children.
The role
Applications are invited for the position of ELC Long Day Care Coordinator to commence in the new year.
Reporting to the Director of the ELC, the ELC Long Day Coordinator is responsible for managing and operating a high calibre program that provides:
* A safe and secure environment for the children in attendance before and after their kindergarten session and during the term breaks (ie school holidays);
* An opportunity for children to reach their emotional, physical and self-esteem needs;
* Peace of mind for working families with the School Community;
* An excellent range of activities and equipment that accommodates all ages and interests.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, the successful applicant will require:
* A Diploma in Children Services or equivalent qualification.*Please note any qualification you have or may be working towards must be in relation to Early Childhood / Early Years.
* Experience working in long day care or outside school hours care program.
* Availability for all sessions that the program is open (ie before and/or after the kindergarten sessions and during the school holiday period).
* Current First Aid Level 2 certificate including CPR; Anaphylaxis and Asthma training or a capacity to complete these before beginning at the program.
* Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Level 2) or willingness to complete upon beginning at the program.
* A valid employee Working With Children Check.
Why work for us?
* Fantastic opportunity to work in our highly regarded early learning centre.
* Leadership position - plan and facilitate our ELC holiday programs.
* Supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Beautiful, warm and friendly rooms and play area.
To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be redirected to our secure online recruitment portal. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 17 January 2025.
Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.
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