Banyan Tree Early Learning Centre (BTELC) is seeking a dedicated Child Care Worker to foster children's growth and learning within our vibrant educational environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating engaging learning experiences tailored to children's developmental needs, and maintaining collaborative relationships with families and colleagues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to work within an innovative, supportive, and inclusive early learning environment.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression.
• Collaborative and positive team culture.
• Job stability in a reputable and community-focused early childhood centre.

Task & Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of inclusive, play-based learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Create stimulating environments that reflect children's interests, strengths, and developmental goals
• Observe, assess, and document each child's learning and wellbeing using a variety of assessment methods
• Support children’s emotional, social, and behavioural development in a respectful and positive way
• Foster strong, respectful relationships with families and maintain open, supportive communication
• Supervise and guide a team of educators, promoting consistency, collaboration, and professional growth
• Ensure daily routines, including mealtimes and rest periods, are managed smoothly and meet children’s individual needs
• Oversee hygiene and cleanliness within learning spaces to ensure a safe, healthy environment
• Assist in the planning and supervision of excursions, incursions, and special events
• Contribute to ongoing reflection and improvement of centre practices in line with quality standards

Qualification & Experience

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent 

Minimum 1 year of experience required in early childhood education settings.

Strong knowledge of EYLF and educational programming required.

Current Working With Children Check.

Current certifications:

• HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support
• HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
• HLTAID012 – Provide emergency first aid response in an education and care setting

Child Protection Refresher course

Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.