At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide care and education to children while preparing healthy meals.
- Company: Vibrant early learning centre with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, annual leave, and career progression.
- Other info: Join a close-knit team that values professional growth and social connections.
- Why this job: Combine your passion for education and cooking in a fun environment.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and cooking experience required.
The predicted salary is between 43650 - 53350 $ per year.
This is a part-time position with the opportunity to extend to full-time. The role combines early childhood education with cooking experience, working directly with children in a high-quality early learning centre.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality care, supervision, and support directly to children, ensuring their routine and developmental needs are met.
- Actively participate in planning, implementing, and documenting educational programs.
- Prepare and serve healthy, safe meals and snacks for children, utilising your cooking experience.
- Uphold the centre's policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
- Work effectively as a reliable team player to maintain a safe, clean, and harmonious environment.
About you
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
- Proven experience cooking in a commercial or childcare environment.
- Valid Working with Children Check and current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma certification.
- Excellent attendance record and deep commitment to the role.
- Genuine desire to learn, grow professionally, and contribute positively to the team.
Benefits
- Competitive salary paid in accordance with the Children's Services Award 2010, plus the 15% ECEC Worker Retention Payment.
- Superannuation, annual leave, and full entitlements.
- Supportive management team actively responsive to professional development needs.
- Fun, friendly, and welcoming team environment.
- Career progression opportunity from part-time to full-time.
About us
We are a vibrant, high-quality early learning centre with a close-knit team. Our management team is highly supportive and we foster a fun, friendly, and welcoming culture where team members enjoy socialising together.
Early Childhood Educator in Gosford employer: Strawberry Fields Cottage
Join our vibrant early learning centre as an Early Childhood Educator, where you'll not only nurture young minds but also share your culinary skills in a supportive and friendly environment. We offer competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a close-knit team culture that values collaboration and growth. With the potential for career progression from part-time to full-time, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling work experience.