Educator - Diploma

PRIMARY DETAIL

Location: Macquarie University, North Ryde, Dharug land
Appointment Type: Permanent Full time and Part time

THE ROLE

Campus Life is currently seeking Qualified Diploma Educators to join the team at Banksia Cottage.

Reporting to the Centre Manager or ECT, Room Leader, you will draw on your extensive experience in planning and evaluating high quality educational programs with a proven understanding of pedagogy and best practice in early childhood. As a Diploma trained educator, you will support the Early Childhood Teacher (Room Leader) in the development, implementation and evaluation of high-quality educational programs whilst providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children. Working at our Banksia cottage means you will join a fun and inclusive team of dedicated early childhood professionals focused on the provision of high-quality innovative programs.

ABOUT US

U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life.  Campus Life provides a range of services and programs for students, staff, visitors, and the local community with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and provide a balance between academic and non-academic life. 

We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience and contributes positively to our local communities.  We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University.

At Campus Life we believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment.  We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.

Our benefits include:

• Complementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access 
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities 
• Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services  
• Access to discounted corporate health insurance and employee flu shot program 
• Staff discounts at Campus Life operated hospitality outlets 
• Salary sacrifice options

ABOUT YOU

You have a solution focused attitude, excellent communication skills and thrive working in a collaborative team. You demonstrate initiative and are driven to achieve excellence in the workplace. You also share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words.

To Apply

T o be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet the selection criteria stated below and clearly mentioning the role you are applying for (Full time or Part time).

• With guidance from the Program & Practice Support Teacher and the Early Childhood Teacher, actively contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality educational program that is inclusive of all children
• Demonstrated experience working with children from diverse backgrounds between the ages of 0-5 years
• Contribute to the assessment and recording of the developmental progress of designated children
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and actively assist the centre team to Meet (at a minimum) the National Quality Standards
• Act as Responsible Person if required, assuming all related responsibilities as per the Education and Care Services National Regulations
• Act as Room Leader if required, assuming all related responsibilities including mentoring and coaching of staff, working to deadlines, communicate effectively and giving performance feedback.
• Work with the Early Childhood Teacher and Centre Manager to develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence the culture and team within a setting.
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement and a commitment to professional development.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral with an ability to work across a large, diverse team.

Regulatory requirements:

• ACECQA approved Diploma in early childhood education
• Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
• Working with Children Check
• Approved Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm qualification
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia

If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team orientated organisation is something you are passionate about we encourage you to apply.  

In the first instance general enquiries should be directed to Chandi Jayanath on (02) 9850 7781.

If you need any support or reasonable adjustments through this recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide the support you need.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

28/03/2022 11:59 PM

Equity & Diversity Statement

At Macquarie University, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies and processes are truly inclusive and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Macquarie University’s values of scholarship, empowerment and integrity to apply.

Learn more about our progress towards Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/diversity-inclusion 

PRIMARY DETAIL

Location: Macquarie University, North Ryde, Dharug land
Appointment Type: Permanent Full time and Part time

THE ROLE

Campus Life is currently seeking Qualified Diploma Educators to join the team at Banksia Cottage.

Reporting to the Centre Manager or ECT, Room Leader, you will draw on your extensive experience in planning and evaluating high quality educational programs with a proven understanding of pedagogy and best practice in early childhood. As a Diploma trained educator, you will support the Early Childhood Teacher (Room Leader) in the development, implementation and evaluation of high-quality educational programs whilst providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children. Working at our Banksia cottage means you will join a fun and inclusive team of dedicated early childhood professionals focused on the provision of high-quality innovative programs.

ABOUT US

U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life.  Campus Life provides a range of services and programs for students, staff, visitors, and the local community with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and provide a balance between academic and non-academic life. 

We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience and contributes positively to our local communities.  We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University.

At Campus Life we believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment.  We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.

Our benefits include:

• Complementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access 
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities 
• Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services  
• Access to discounted corporate health insurance and employee flu shot program 
• Staff discounts at Campus Life operated hospitality outlets 
• Salary sacrifice options

ABOUT YOU

You have a solution focused attitude, excellent communication skills and thrive working in a collaborative team. You demonstrate initiative and are driven to achieve excellence in the workplace. You also share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words.

To Apply

T o be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet the selection criteria stated below and clearly mentioning the role you are applying for (Full time or Part time).

• With guidance from the Program & Practice Support Teacher and the Early Childhood Teacher, actively contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality educational program that is inclusive of all children
• Demonstrated experience working with children from diverse backgrounds between the ages of 0-5 years
• Contribute to the assessment and recording of the developmental progress of designated children
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and actively assist the centre team to Meet (at a minimum) the National Quality Standards
• Act as Responsible Person if required, assuming all related responsibilities as per the Education and Care Services National Regulations
• Act as Room Leader if required, assuming all related responsibilities including mentoring and coaching of staff, working to deadlines, communicate effectively and giving performance feedback.
• Work with the Early Childhood Teacher and Centre Manager to develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence the culture and team within a setting.
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement and a commitment to professional development.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral with an ability to work across a large, diverse team.

Regulatory requirements:

• ACECQA approved Diploma in early childhood education
• Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
• Working with Children Check
• Approved Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm qualification
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia

If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team orientated organisation is something you are passionate about we encourage you to apply.  

In the first instance general enquiries should be directed to Chandi Jayanath on (02) 9850 7781.

If you need any support or reasonable adjustments through this recruitment process, please let us know so we can provide the support you need.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

28/03/2022 11:59 PM

Equity & Diversity Statement

At Macquarie University, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies and processes are truly inclusive and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Macquarie University’s values of scholarship, empowerment and integrity to apply.

Learn more about our progress towards Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/diversity-inclusion