Early Childhood Educator
DeGaris Preschool Centre

Do you have a keen interest in Early Childhood Education and Care and want to learn more? Are you studying a Community Services as part of your VETDSS subject? If so, DeGaris Preschool Centre may have a great opportunity for you.

This great opportunity with DeGaris Preschool Centre is ideally suited to a student currently studying a VETDSS subject in Community Services. The student will gain specific occupational skills with experienced Preschool Teachers.

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Skills You Might Learn

As a Preschool Assistant you will support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development in a preschool. The children will be of various ages, stages of development and diverse backgrounds.
• Developing positive and respectful relationships.
• Providing experiences to support children’s play and learning.
• Participating in Workplace Health and Safety.
• Complying with administrative requirements.

The student will also be expected to comply with policies regarding communicating with parents, guardians, etc.

The student will also have the opportunity to attain a broad range of personal skills while on work placement. These may include valuable employability skills such as;
• Customer Service.
• Communication.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.
• Punctuality.
• Presentation.
• Hygiene.
• Problem solving.
• Planning.
• Initiative.
• Money Handling.
• Follow instructions.
• Work under supervision.
• Industry specific OH&S.

The student may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their secondary school studies they include:
• Hands-on practical experience.
• Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
• Working in real-life scenarios.
• Working with equipment necessary to the occupation.
• Liaising and working with supervisors, colleagues, industry personnel, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

The student may have the opportunity to participate in a range of activities including;
• Work with Preschool Teachers and fellow support staff.
• Participate in the setup of activities.
• Guide and support children through their activities.
• Help children communicate, develop their social skills and have fun along the way.
• Maintaining centre cleanliness (including sweeping, mopping, wiping tables and benches, cleaning activity equipment, etc.).
• Reading stories.
• Helping prepare snacks.
• Assisting with various administration tasks.

Note: Some tasks will not be permitted (such as nappy changes). This will be discussed further at an interview.

Student Requirements

This placement is best suited to a VCAL or VCE students interested in working in the Community Services Industry towards Early Childhood Education and Care. A warm and friendly personality is preferred, along with a strong desire to actively engage with children and work in this industry.

NUT FREE ZONE – Students are welcome to bring their own snacks and lunch; however, no nuts or nut products are permitted on site.

Dress Requirements

• Neat casual dress.
• Flat and enclosed work shoes are a requirement.
• Torn clothing and inappropriate slogans, etc. are not acceptable.
• Must wear a hat when required (brim hat).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the tasks and duties carried out by the student, will be supplied by the Host Employer.

KMART Mildura is a supplier of appropriate Children Services worksite clothing.

Special Transport Requirements

Public Transport is limited, students to check bus transport availability and or speak to parents/carer to organise transport prior to contacting employer.

Buslink Sunraysia: Ph: 5023 0274, Website: http://buslink.com.au/your-bus-service/mildura/

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• CHC20112 - Certificate II in Community Services
• CHC22015 - Certificate II in Community Services
• CHC30112 - Certificate III in Community Services Work
• CHC32015 - Certificate III in Community Services