Early Childhood Teacher Early Connections-Manning & Great Lakes

We are seeking another motivated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team!

Come and see why our staff love working for Early Connections!

Change of role opportunity in Early Childhood Education. Expand your teaching skills in the Not-for-profit, disability sector.
Training and supervision in role and generous PD.
5 weeks leave per year! Additional financial rewards and incentives through Employment Hero dollars!
Gradual caseload and reasonable billable targets.
Save tax through generous Salary Sacrificing, unique to Public Benevolent Institutions (PBI’s) – (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing all available.
Staff tell us they feel more supported in our team than they have with other employers – “the Team at EC feels like Family”.
Local Community Connector available to support you in settling into community (accommodation, partner’s job support, childcare/school, leisure connections and more).
Up to $3,000 subsidised relocation/accommodation costs offered. Come and see what the Great Lakes and Manning regions have to offer!

Part or Full Time Position / Experienced EC Teachers Welcome!

Early Connections- Manning and Great Lakes (formerly Manning and Great Lakes Early Intervention) is seeking a highly motivated Early Childhood Teacher to join our expanding team. Our staff of 25 includes skilled EC Teachers, Therapists and Allied Health Assistants who will offer a supportive environment for our new staff member. Learn how to become a Key Worker in the “Team around the Child”, family centered approach. The position is available either as a full or part time position and offers a family friendly, flexible workplace.

Early Connections – Manning and Great Lakes is the leading service provider within the region, servicing children 0-12yrs with a diagnosed disability or significantly delayed development. We are a registered NDIS Service Provider providing Therapy and Educational supports through this system.

Why work for us:

Work within a highly skilled team within Best Practice model of service in Early Childhood Intervention. Rejuvenate your teaching skills through coaching families and supporting children with a team around the child.
Work with a skilled, supportive team around you. Supervision (face to face) from experienced Early Intervention Teacher’s in 1:1 and team supervision.
Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnosis.
Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Forster to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team.
Access quality training in disability supports, through supervision and great professional development.
Access relocation costs where needed.
Full or Part time roles negotiable with potential for RDO’s and flexible hours. Flexible, family-friendly work hours and conditions.
Salary packaging and financial incentives, including significantly above award rates, plus additional paid leave.
Staff are supported through access to wellbeing and psychology supports through our Employee Assistance Program.
Access Employment Hero program, including staff rewards and recognition program.
We are an established NDIS provider and also offer supports throughout the community.

The role:

Provide family centered supports for children 0-9yrs with a diverse range of disabilities and their families.
Service aimed at building the capacity of the child and family in natural, inclusive settings. Early Connections – MGL has extensive existing relationships within the community.
Opportunity to work within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultation to Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapist, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, AHA’s and families.
Support childcare and school staff work towards inclusion of children in all setting.
Working across one or both of our two sites (Taree and Tuncurry).
Using state of the art technology including the Echidna CRM (client record management) system and IPads.

The successful candidate will:

Have relevant qualifications – minimum Bachelor of Early Childhood Education essential.
Have a commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centered approach to service delivery.
Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Have experience in disability or Early Childhood sector (desirable not essential).
Ability to organise time and set priorities.
A fundamental understanding of child development.
Vaccination against COVID-19 is essential.

Travel is required, your own car and a current driver’s license and comprehensive car insurance are a pre-requisite for the position. A current Working with Children Check, Police Check and First Aid Certificate is also required.

Part Time/Full Time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on applicants’ level of experience. Position will be permanent following successful 3mth trial period.

Location: Taree and Tuncurry

Send Applications to: Applications must address the selection criteria. Send applications to Sally Gibson: sallyg@earlyconnections-mgl.org.au

Applications close: Fri 8th Nov 2024. Expressions of interest open thereafter.

For a confidential discussion call Sally Gibson on (02) 6552 7333.