PRIMARY DETAIL
-Full time role with hourly rate from $29.06 p/h + super
-High-quality Centre on a vibrant University campus close to public transport
-Extensive professional development opportunities and paid First Aid
-Excellent conditions including free gym, paid staff meetings plus other benefits
THE ROLE
We seek a Certificate III qualified Educator for Gumnut Cottage, one of the four early learning centres operating at Macquarie University.
Reporting to the Room Leader, you will be an advocate for children, believe in quality early education and the value of relationships, and be willing to collaborate with the university community. In return you will enjoy competitive pay plus a range of salary packaging options and other benefits including:
- Education and professional development opportunities
- Paid lunch breaks with no requirement to remain on premises
- Paid staff meetings & generous release time
- Free access - Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre
- Access to our staff wellbeing program, staff support services, & employee flu shot program
- Discounted corporate health insurance
- 25% discount at Campus Life outlets on campus
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to the educational program, including developmental records
- Interact respectfully and positively with children and families
- Work positively, respectfully, and collaboratively with a large, diverse team
- Maintain a current understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Standards
- Support and contribute to all diversity, equity, and inclusion activities
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
- Follow approved policies and procedures to help keep children safe (child protection, supervision, health and wellbeing)
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- ACECQA approved Certificate III in early childhood education
- Approved First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
- Working with Children Check
- Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia
- Previous experience working with children aged 0-5 years is desirable
- You share our organisational values of Courage, Agility, Rigour, Empowerment and Support (CARES) and commit to these being visible in your actions and words.
ABOUT US
U@MQ Ltd is a controlled entity of Macquarie University known as Campus Life.
We are a vibrant, driven, and collaborative organisation that plays a pivotal role in both the student and staff experience with a remit to “bring life to our campus” and contribute positively to our local communities. We have a vision to be custodians of creating a sense of belonging at Macquarie University.
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. At Campus Life you will benefit from being part of a dynamic and committed team.
HOW TO APPLY
If being part of an inclusive, vibrant, team orientated organisation is something you are passionate about we encourage you to apply.
General enquiries should be directed to Farhana Rahman on 9850-7740.
To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter that tells us how you meet the Key Responsibilities and Skills & Experience listed above. Applications are reviewed on receipt so please apply as soon as possible to be considered for the role.
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:
16/11/2022 11:59 PMEquity & 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
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