Joining Guardian means being part of a professional and thoughtful Team with great benefits that include:
- Lead your ongoing professional development and learning through educational programs, mentoring, and peer support opportunities.
- Collaborate with other professional Educators and Teachers through workshops and meetings to share best practice and learn from each other as you innovate in early childhood education programs based on exploration, discovery, and play.
- Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Educators.
- Reward and recognition initiatives to acknowledge the value of your contribution to our purpose.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program.
The Opportunity
Working closely with your fellow Educators and Centre Manager, you will enjoy;
- Developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the centre community.
- Developing and implementing an innovative early learning program reflective of current early years thinking and practice.
- Documenting and sharing with families in their children’s learning and development.
- Actively contributing to the implementation and adoption of the Guardian Curriculum.
- Professional learning and development programs, career pathways, and a truly collaborative and inclusive learning environment.
To be considered, you will have:
- A completed or working towards Diploma in Children’s Services
- Prior experience in long day-care (desirable)
- Sound, practical working knowledge and implementation of the NQF and the EYLF
- Current Working with Children’s Check (for NSW state).
About the centre:
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Wodonga, formerly Bumble Bees Childcare.
Our childcare centre in Wodonga caters for children aged 6 weeks – 6 years, providing them with a warm, inviting ‘home away from home’ where they can grow and develop.
In our Wodonga early learning centre, we have six spacious rooms grouped by age, from the babies’ nursery through to 4-year-old kindergarten. Our expansive outdoors area is ideal for curious children with play equipment, climbing structures, sandpits and lots of room to run, jump and explore. Located on Thomas Mitchell Drive, the centre is easy to access, with ample onsite parking.
Our engaging learning programs support each child to learn through hands-on play. At our Wodonga child care, we ensure children are always given opportunities to engage their natural curiosity. Fresh and nutritious meals and snacks are all prepared on-site daily.
Our engaging environments include:
- Experienced, dedicated educators who focus on building relationships with children and families
- Learning spaces filled with quality resources to inspire curiosity, fun, and imagination
- Outdoor environment to spark learning and exploration
Supported through our passionate team of university-qualified Teachers and Educators, our long day care centre in Wodonga is a warm and inclusive environment for children. We celebrate diversity and a sense of belonging, through an appreciation of different cultures and backgrounds.
Each child is supported to be bold, creative, and curious in their learning journey.
Children attending our Guardian Wodonga child care centre will also have the chance to see the same friendly and familiar faces as they move on up from the nursery room as babies, into our leading two-year Kindergarten program, designed specifically to help prepare your child transition from early learning to primary school.
Apply now!
So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.
Referrals
We offer referrals for both Guardian and non-Guardian employees.
Guardian Child Care & Educations values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.