At a Glance
- Tasks: Mentor educators, monitor compliance, and support children's learning and wellbeing.
- Company: Established Family Day Care service with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, ongoing professional development, and career progression.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment focused on child safety and quality improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in early childhood education.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Early Childhood Education, two years' experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 43650 - 53350 $ per year.
Join Our Family Day Care Team. We are a well-established Family Day Care service seeking two experienced part-time Family Day Care Coordinators to join our growing team. This role suits early childhood professionals who enjoy supporting educators, strengthening practice and helping children and families thrive.
About the role: You will visit educators at their residences and approved venues, provide mentoring and practical guidance, and monitor the quality and compliance of education and care. You will work closely with educators, families and service leaders to support children’s learning, development, safety and wellbeing.
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct regular visits to educator residences and approved venues.
- Mentor and coach educators in their daily practice and educational programs.
- Monitor compliance with the National Quality Framework, legislation and service policies.
- Identify professional development needs and provide ongoing support.
- Contribute to quality improvement across the service.
Essential requirements:
- An approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or higher qualification.
- At least two years’ experience in early childhood education and care.
- Previous experience as a Family Day Care Coordinator.
- Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and Education and Care Services National Regulations.
- Experience in compliance monitoring and quality improvement.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, organisation and time management skills.
- A current NSW Working with Children Check, child protection training, and First Aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis management certificates.
- A current driver licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Experience with Harmony or similar childcare software, and with culturally and linguistically diverse educators and families, is highly regarded.
What we offer:
- A competitive salary above the industry average.
- A supportive, collaborative workplace.
- Ongoing professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Career progression opportunities.
Our commitment to child safety: We are committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of every child. Successful applicants will be required to complete relevant screening, reference and qualification checks before appointment.
Family Day Care Coordinator in Punchbowl employer: Kidzone FDC
Join our dedicated Family Day Care service, where we prioritise a supportive and collaborative workplace for our Family Day Care Coordinators. With competitive salaries above the industry average, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing professional development, we empower early childhood professionals to thrive while making a meaningful impact on children's lives and their families. Our commitment to child safety and quality improvement ensures that you will be part of a team that values growth and excellence in early childhood education.
