******************Please note this is an ongoing job advertisement and applications will be reviewed regularly.*********************

Child Care Assistant

o    Supportive work environment

o    Opportunities for professional growth

o    Work-life balance with Rostered Day Off

o    Competitive salary from $27.48 up to $32.87 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

o    50% off Gap fees for Educators at Gwydir Day Care Centre and Preschool whose children are enrolled at the Centre.

About Gwydir Day Care and Preschool

Welcome to Gwydir Day Care and Preschool, a leading childcare provider in Moree, NSW. Our team is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.

At Gwydir, we value collaboration, creativity, and a passion for early childhood education.

For more details, please download the position description.

Role Overview

As a Child Care Assistant, you will work closely with our experienced educators to support the daily activities and routines within our childcare center. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in our care.

You will assist with implementing educational programs, engaging children in play-based learning activities, and maintaining a clean and organized environment.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who have a genuine interest in working with children and are committed to creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to work effectively in a team setting. Please note that prior experience in a childcare setting is desirable but not essential. Other requirements include:
 

• Passion for early childhood education
• Working with Children Check clearance
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively
• Immunised against Hepatitis A & B, Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), Tetanus, Diptheria and Pertussis, Influenza and Varicella (Chicken Pox). 
  For more information on Immunisations including where to locate your immunisation history or what to do if you are unsure if you have had all the required immunisations please click here.

Salary & Benefits

Enjoy a competitive salary ranging from $54,308 to $64,945.

Benefits:

o    Superannuation Guarantee

o    Ability to Salary Sacrifice

o    PPE Provided or Uniform Allowance

o    Rostered Day Off Every 3 Weeks!

o    Employee Benefits

o    50% off Gap fees for Educators at Gwydir Day Care Centre and Preschool whose children are enrolled at the Centre.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and are seeking a rewarding career in childcare, we invite you to join our team at Gwydir Day Care and Preschool. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of children in our community.

How to apply:

To apply, please visit www.mpsc.nsw.gov.au and address the selection criteria.  All applications must be made online only.  

To maximise your chance of gaining an interview for this position, it is important that you address the essential and desirable criteria. To find out more, please read Moree Plains Shire Council's guidelines & Checklist for job applicants. 

******************Please note this is an ongoing job advertisement and applications will be reviewed regularly.*********************

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s Human Resources Team on (02) 67 573 342 or via email jobs@mpsc.nsw.gov.au

Our commitment to safety:

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to safety. A pre-employment health check and a three-month probationary period apply to all positions. All employees are subject to drug and alcohol screening at the pre-employment health screening and random testing will occur throughout the probationary period.

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.