Relief Early Childhood Teacher - Expression of Interest
February 24, 2021
Relief Early Childhood Teacher - Expression of Interest
The College
Fairholme College was founded in 1917 and is a College of the Presbyterian Church of Queensland. Set on the Range escarpment in Toowoomba, Australia’s Garden City, in an area of outstanding natural beauty; Fairholme College is one of Australia’s leading independent girls’ schools.
Fairholme Kindy is located on the Fairholme College Campus. We provide developmental and educational Early Childhood programs for children in a warm, safe, nurturing play-based environment promoting self-understanding and self-esteem.
As a College of the Presbyterian Church of Queensland, Fairholme is committed to creating a caring community where all we do is undergirded by our Christian faith. Our vision statement outlines our charter: Fairholme - a nurturing Christian school, is committed to the development of a vibrant learning community; one that challenges students to become confident and respectful contributors within our global society (2012). This statement is further exemplified in our five core values; Christ-centred Faith; Collaboration; Enjoyment; Respect and Seeking Excellence.
The Position
This is a casual supply position. Fairholme Kindy operates only during school hours of 8.30am - 3:00pm, with morning tea and lunch duty expectations.
Desirable Competencies and Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent (recognised by ACECQA as an early childhood teaching qualification). or;
- Bachelor of Primary Teaching with approved Early Childhood Diploma level qualification or enrolled and actively working towards one;
- Must hold current Queensland Teacher’s Registration;
- Current positive notice or exemption card;
- Current First Aid, with Asthma & Anaphylaxis training.
Experience preferred
- Previous experience working in early childhood or childcare environments;
- Experience in EYLF;
- Understanding of National Quality Framework.
Skills
- Highly Developed Interpersonal Skills and ability to work cooperatively;
- Flexible availability (available at short notice or ability to be on-call);
- Ability to proactively respond to individual children’s needs.
Position Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the daily implementation of the curriculum informed program;
- which is within the guidelines of the National Quality Framework (NQF), the Early Years;
- Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines;
- (QKLG) in the Kindergarten Room;
- Assist in the delivery of the daily program as planned by the Kindergarten Teacher;
- Share in the set – up of equipment and resources for activities in the outdoor play area in the morning;
- Ensure the safety, health and hygiene for all children in the room at all times;
- Share in tidying up and cleaning/disinfecting areas with other staff;
- Support positive relationships established with families and communicate information to parents at the end of the day;
- Complete any required documentation – sleep, incident, injury, trauma and illness records and Daily Reflections for the day;
- Encourage children to develop their independence and self-help skills through supportive toileting routines, meal times and transitions;
- Inform the Admin Officer of any family communication which relates to enrolments or planned absences;
- Any other duties during the day as required.
Organisational Responsibilities
- Uphold and promote the policies, procedures and standards of Fairholme Kindy.
- Maintain confidentiality in issues relating to children, families and staff.
- Participate in all care and education duties as required with all children at Fairholme Kindy.
Working with Children
As a College we are committed to the health and wellbeing of all our members and, in particular the welfare of all students in our care. As such, staff members are committed to prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect and adherence to the Child Protection Policy and the Staff Code of Conduct, both of which are available - see links below.
Whilst such policies have direct relevance to boarding, coaching, nursing and teaching staff, all prospective candidates are requested to read the following documents prior to submitting an application. Our responsibilities to work respectfully and thoughtfully with all, and particularly the young people in our care, are shared across all staff, evident in our demeanour, as well as our adherence to policy requirements.
Successful candidates are required to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and must comply with all College policies and relevant legislation related to student protection.
Workplace Health and Safety
As a member of the College, the successful applicant is required to follow all workplace, health and safety requirements that include but are not limited to:
- Adherence to and knowledge of policy requirements
- Cooperation with audit, drill and training processes
- Meticulous attention to reporting responsibilities and record-keeping obligations in relation to all workplace, health and safety matters
The Package
The appointment is currently under the conditions of the Fairholme College Enterprise Agreement 2022.
Expression of Interest
EIOs should address the desirable competencies and qualifications and a Curriculum Vitae.
Send and address your EOI to:
Ms Helen Rasmussen
Fairholme Junior School
Fairholme College
PO Box 688
TOOWOOMBA 4350
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 7 4688 4687
Proudly a College of the Presbyterian Church of Queensland
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