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Our Service
Newly created position to support the director in the leadership of Southport Catholic Parish Long Day Care and Kindergarten. We invite the successful candidate to be part of a well-established team, that values diversity, culture, and fosters safe, supportive relationships between staff and children, encouraging active involvement of parents, staff, and children in all aspects of the program.

Your journey with us is about more than just meeting the role's demands; it's about exceeding them with positivity and a welcoming attitude. We value your experience because it is crucial for building strong relationships with children, families, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Centre Director in the day-to-day operations of the service, including:

• Program planning, delivery, and documentation.
• Staff rostering and supervision.
• Administration and financial management tasks (e.g. fee collection)
• Assist in the delivery of a high quality, inclusive, educational program.
• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming, and nurturing environment.
• Promote the service within the local community in accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values of Catholic Early EdCare  

The Benefits:

• Discounted Childcare - Your children can attend a Catholic Early EdCare service at a 95% discounted rate!
• Competitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards! (10.25% above award!)
• Leadership Program – That supports you on your leadership journey!
• POD’s – Be part of a POD where you can access your Peers for support and guidance.
• Mid-year and End of Year celebrations – Celebrate with us the important and amazing work that you, our service leaders are doing!
• Cultural Mindsets – Be Brave, Be Authentic, Be Thoughtful, and Be Professional! These is HOW we go about what we do each day.
• Career Pathways – Opportunities to become a formal mentor, or progress into a Centre Director, Portfolio Manager, Compliance Officer, Family Support Officer, Rostering Officer role.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Children Services or equivalent as per ACECQA guidelines
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), First Aid, CPR, Asthma/Anaphylaxis
• Consent to be the Responsible Person on site in the absence of the coordinator.
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place framework and National Law/Regulations
• Effective workplace communication and leadership skills

About CEEC
Within our network of 130+ long day care, kindergarten, and outside school hours care services, Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to nurturing children's social, personal, respectful, spiritual, creative, and confident growth. Our skilled team members achieve this through our strong connections with families and community.

Catholic Early EdCare's coverage extends from Hervey Bay in the north, to Gatton in the west, and down to the Gold Coast in the south. 

If you would like to know more about CEEC please visit our website: https://www.catholicearlyedcare.qld.edu.au/.

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