Early Childhood Teacher – Narrandera

at  TAFE NSW

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a motivated individual with a real passion for early childhood education for this exciting opportunity. You will have an understanding of the National Quality Framework and a genuine interest in working with children.
You will effectively engage with educators, families and children to implement educational programs by providing a safe, stimulating and educational environment. You will demonstrate initiative and have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with fellow educators.
You have adaptable communication skills, are an organised and natural problem solver. Your passion for early childhood education will be matched by your reflective nature, analytical skills, sense of curiosity and fun.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you ready to make a tree change to riverside Narrandera, located in the stunning Riverina region of southern NSW?
Join us in Narrandera, a beautiful town in the Riverina region of southern NSW! Enjoy outdoor adventures like walking, cycling, fishing, kayaking, and swimming in picturesque waterways. Experience wildlife at the Narrandera Nature Reserve and spot koalas in their natural habitat. Take part in sports with an 18-hole golf course and well-maintained tennis courts. With a close-knit community of around 5000 people and just an hour from Wagga Wagga and Griffith, Narrandera offers small-town charm with access to urban amenities.
The Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) is responsible for working with children in their formative years to develop language and vocabulary as well as elementary numeracy and improve physical and social skills. The position introduces children to the school environment and helps children to develop key skills that provide the basis for all future learning. The ECT establishes developmentally appropriate, innovative and challenging programs for individuals and groups of children.
The Narrandera Children’s Centre operates 48 weeks a year, with a four-week closedown over the Christmas period.
Centre operation hours are from 8:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.

TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, CLICK ON ‘APPLY’ AND PROVIDE:

• Resume and a cover letter outlining your interest & suitability for the role
• Bachelor/Degree in Early Childhood Teaching (recognised by ACECQA) - will be required prior to the interview.
• Response to the targeted question below, when prompted in the application form
  Targeted Question: When considering various teaching approaches, what are the key drivers to utilise play based learning? How does this align to the Early Years Learning Framework? (300 word limit)
  Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Nicole Close, Early Childhood Director, via email at Nicole.Close@tafensw.edu.au
  General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Sarah Aitchison, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at sarah.aitchison4@tafensw.edu.au or call 0435 078 206.
  For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.
  This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct.
  To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
  An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment