Seeking highly skilled, motivated educators. Must have experience working with children - educators, Education/PE teacher students, sports coaches/teachers, youth leaders apply!
Denistone East Before & After School Care Association (DEBASCA) is a community based, not for profit service providing high quality care for school age children. Located in the Ryde area, we provide before and after school care as well as vacation care.
We are looking for enthusiastic, skilled and highly responsible educators to join our fantastic team! If you have worked with school aged children - coached sports teams, led youth groups, worked as a teacher's aide/SLSO, or you are studying to become a Primary school or PE teacher/OT/social work/counselling – this may be the opportunity you are looking for! Looking to fill various roles from casual/part-time to permanent part time.
Above all, our service is committed to the 'paramountcy principle' and will only employ candidates who are committed to a child safe culture where the safety, wellbeing and participation of all children and young people we work with, is paramount.
Essential Criteria:
- Working with Children Check Clearance Number (WWCC)
- National Criminal History Check (Police Check)
- National Child Safety training (through Geccko). See: https://www.education.gov.au/early-childhood/about/quality-and-safety/national-child-safety-training
- Knowledge of Child Protection mandatory reporting requirements and Child Safe Standards and practices
- Commitment to protecting and promoting child wellbeing, and alignment with child safe principles
- Experience working with children aged 5-12 years, especially those who have worked with children with additional needs
- Interests and skills in craft, sports, group games, cooking or other activities enjoyed by children
- Ability to develop respectful relationships with children and manage groups of diverse children
- Effective communication skills and professional manner
- Prompt and reliable, a team player, have leadership skills and lots of initiative!
Desirable Criteria:
- Diploma in Out of School Hours Care or Diploma in Children's Services, Bachelor in Education or currently studying in any of the following fields: social work/counselling/occupational therapy/early childcare
- Experience and skills in developing, implementing and evaluating effective programs for school aged children, e.g.: experience working in OOSH, experience working in schools, sports coaching, youth group leadership/mentoring
- Experience working with children with additional needs, either in a support unit setting or as a private aide
- Current First Aid certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificate, Child Protection certificate or willingness to obtain
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Commitment to the 'paramountcy principle', where best interests of the child and their protection from harm is paramount and children’s rights are understood and respected. All educators and staff are to comply with all Child Protection mandatory reporting requirements and adherence to Child Safe polices and procedures.
- Helping to ensure a high-quality standard of care is provided and that a happy, safe and professional environment is maintained.
- Care for and interact with children from Kindergarten to Year 6 in a range of activities. Setting up and packing away activities, light cleaning duties.
- Provide appropriate instruction, care and resources for students with identified needs across K-6. This will involve collaboration with other members of the team and senior staff at the service.
- Be committed to inclusive practices to ensure that all children can participate, learn and develop in an environment that supports their individual strengths and interests
- Be aware of all health and safety procedures and centre policy and procedures and follow through with them.
- Writing up children observations and evaluations with reference to the outcomes for 'My Time Our Place' School Age Framework.
Availability to work:
- We require a MINIMUM availability of 3-4 shifts per week. However, we have roles available with more hours. We are flexible for the right candidate. Please advise as to whether you are applying for a casual/part-time role.
- During school term time: morning shifts range from 7-9.30am and afternoon shifts range from 2-6pm, Monday to Friday. Various hours during school holidays. Must be available to work during school holidays
Please attach a cover letter and your resume through the Indeed link.
Applications should include the following:
- Your full contact details
- Resume detailing previous relevant experience and evidence of how you meet the position requirements listed above
- The contact details with at least two (2) professional referees. Applications will not be accepted unless referees are provided, with at least one being from your most recent place of employment/placement.
- Your availability for work during term time and school holidays
Child Safe Commitment Statement: At DEBASCA, we believe all children and young people have a right to feel safe and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children, fostered through responsive relationships, engaging experiences and a safe, supportive and healthy environment that empowers children. We commit to providing an environment where children’s participation is valued, their concerns listened to, their views respected, and their voices heard about decisions that affect their lives. We commit to ensuring children know they may approach any Educator, DEBASCA staff member, our Child Safety Officer or Senior Leadership Team if they feel unsafe or have any child safety concerns.
At DEBASCA, we have zero tolerance of child abuse and harmful conduct and are committed to ensuring no children are exposed to this. We commit to ensuring that all individuals involved in our organisation are informed on how to appropriately respond to any complaints, allegations, disclosures and breaches to our Child Safety Code of Conduct. Any related allegations and safety concerns will be listened to and treated seriously and in a manner consistent with our policies and procedures. We understand our mandatory reporting responsibilities and our duty of care to comply with the Child Safe Standards to maintain a child-safe service culture.
At DEBASCA, we are committed to ensuring all employees, volunteers and other individuals involved in our service are educated on what it means to be and how to foster a child safe environment to prevent, identify, appropriately respond to and reduce the risk of child abuse and neglect. We commit to ensuring our recruitment practices, as well as ongoing training of staff to maintain their ability to identify and respond to situations of abuse and neglect.
We work to ensure there is clear awareness between appropriate and inappropriate behaviour concerning adults and children. We require clear boundaries between children and employees, volunteers, and the community to ensure children’s safety is kept paramount.
We are dedicated to promoting cultural safety for all children and young people, including First Nations children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, children with disabilities and/or those experiencing risk or vulnerability, and will provide a safe and inclusive environment for all.
As a service we openly encourage families and community members to interact with our organisation. We believe that Child Safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect all individuals interacting with our service aligns with our Child Safe Practices.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual
Pay: $32.74 – $41.55 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
