The Educator is a person who is always present at a centre based  Service that is educating and caring for children. In the absence of the Approved Provider and the  Nominated Supervisor, a person will be nominated as the Responsible Person for the day-to-day  management of the Service (PIDTDC).

POSITION OBJECTIVES

• Be responsible for management of the day-to-day operation of the  assigned room, including providing leadership and support to educators and staff within your team in line with relevant regulations, policies and  procedures
• In collaboration with the Educational Leader assist with the  development, implementation and reflection of the educational  program to provide a high-quality program for all children and families
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families,  educators, staff and management to deliver best outcomes for families  and children
• In the absence of the Director/Nominated Supervisor undertake  responsibilities as per the Responsible Person policy and procedure for  the day-to-day management of the Service

RESPONSIBLE  PERSON CONDITIONS

• Have adequate knowledge and understanding of the provision of  education and care to children
• effectively supervise and manage an education and care service
• Consent to the role of the Responsible Person
• Agree and be willing to be placed in day-to-day charge of the education and care service

ESSENTIAL  EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010), and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law (Child Care Subsidy 2018)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Early Childhood from a recognised University (as listed on the  approved qualification list by ACECQA), or:
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent) 
• Current Provide an Emergency First Aid response in an Education and Care Setting qualification
• Valid Working with Children Check 
• Accredited Child Protection Training