Early Childhood Educator
Goodstart Early Learning Bendigo

**Please contact the Goldfields LLEN directly to organise this placement, please do not contact the employer directly, one-week blocks are available, with dates to be negotiated**

A good start to a great opportunity in childcare!

Situated in Bendigo with easy access to public transport, schools and local businesses, the centre is an obvious choice for busy families.

All of the rooms from Nursery to Kindergarten have educational programs and practices in line with the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards. Through sensory and play-based learning opportunities the Centre offers children the highest level of early education while supporting and promoting individuality and uniqueness in all children.

Viewing inside and outside environments as one encourages play to remain free flowing and inclusive. All of the play spaces incorporate age-appropriate equipment and resources, while enhancing the children’s awareness of their greater environment, as well as their understanding of the importance of sustainability. The environments consist of sandpits, veggie patches, garden beds, a balance of manmade and natural play surfaces, a cubby house, dirt patches as well as plenty of shade.

The team of Early Childhood Educators are passionate, caring, and talented educators who pride themselves on implementing engaging and holistic programs that meet the needs of the children in their care.

There are opportunities available for the right person to continue with a traineeship with the support of Centre Leadership Teams, Teachers, and Educators.

Skills You Might Learn

General employability skills including:
• Working in a team and independently
• Working with people of all different abilities and backgrounds
• Communication
• Time management

And industry specific skills including:
• Gaining experience with all pre-school age groups
• Improved industry awareness, including cultural preferences
• Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
• Understanding of the processes and systems used to assist with the health and safety of children
• How to interact positively with infants, toddlers and parents
• Fundamentals of workplace health and safety, how to promote healthy food and drinks, etc.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will work with children across a range of ages in a childcare setting and will be supported by qualified and experienced educators. There will be a broad range of tasks and duties you will be required to undertake which will contribute to developing your knowledge in early childhood education.

During your placement, you may undertake the following:
• Assist with activities and programs.
• Read to children and assist in maintaining a clean environment.
• Work with children to create a painting, story or creative item.
• Assist with feeding.
• Follow policies and procedures for allergy management.
• Follow polices in regard to sun safety for children.
• Help to maintain a hygienic workplace.

Student Requirements

Students should have good communication and people skills, be motivated, and have the ability to use their own initiative. A willingness to learn, work independently and as part of a team, be responsible, and accommodating to different personalities and abilities.
Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on meal breaks.

Dress Requirements

Black pants and sleeved top, closed toe shoes (no dangly jewellery or branded clothes with slogans). If hair is longer than shoulder length it must be tied up.

Special Transport Requirements

Public transport is available.