Froebel St Leonards is one of 5 early learning services run by the not-for-profit provider Froebel Australia. The centre offers inspiring learning environments on 3 levels plus a rooftop playground for 99 children from 6 months to 5 years. Our educational program focuses on immersive language learning (second language: German) and inquiry-based early learning by implementing the Little Scientists program. Frequent excursions within the local community are also an integral part of our curriculum. Please visit our Froebel website (https://www.froebel.com.au/), our social media pages and our YouTube Channel to learn more about us! 🙂
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators for both our Nursery and Toddler Room. Full-time (5 days) would be preferred but part-time (3-4 days) is negotiable.
We offer you:
- a happy workplace with a collaborative team and a supportive Centre Director
- a complimentary professional development course on the social and emotional development as well as sleep & settling of young children for our Nursery educators
- a purposeful and rewarding role providing education and care for young children
- an above Award salary plus exclusive employee discounts and benefits
- additional end-of-year-leave (between Christmas and New Year; T&Cs apply)
- allocated planning time each week, paid overtime and regular paid team meetings
- generous professional development opportunities, including the chance to take part in the Froebel Future Leaders Program
- an employee wellbeing program with regular initiatives
- a complimentary employee assistance program (access to free confidential professional counselling services)
- substantially reduced child care fees (enrolments subject to availability)
- FREE on-site undercover parking / walking distance to public transport.
The successful candidate will:
- hold a Certificate III or a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, ECTs are also encouraged to apply
- have very good communication and interpersonal skills to built and grow trusting relationships with colleagues, families and community members
- have a keen interest in immersive language learning and inquiry-based learning
- have an understanding of contemporary child safe practices
- last but definitely not least: have a sunny personality with a positive mindset!
📧 If this is you, please use the apply button and attach your resume. Please also write a short cover letter/note outlining why you applied for this role!
Froebel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Froebel is a child safe organisation.
Only eligible applicants will be contacted by Froebel.