St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) is a highly professional and integrated child and family focused organisation offering innovative, inclusive and responsive early education and care services to the Port Macquarie Hastings community. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will contribute to providing a safe, enriching and caring environment in our centres for children and their families.

When you join us, you know you are making a difference to the lives of the people we care for and their families.

St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS) is a part of St Agnes’ Catholic Parish, a Catholic community located in beautiful Port Macquarie on the mid-north coast of NSW, Australia. Since the first St Agnes’ Catholic Church was built in 1878, the Parish has played an essential role in caring for, guiding and growing, the local community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an exceptionally enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Trainee to join our existing team at St Joseph’s Family Services.

The position will be offered as a Full-Time Traineeship, completing a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, whilst earning a wage and being mentored by a dedicated team of professional educators.

In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to foster your passion for children and education, working with guidance of other educators to create a stimulating, positive and inclusive environment for the children in your care. You will possess a genuine desire to care and develop children, providing high quality care and education in partnership with the Service Manager, staff team, families and the broader community of St Joseph’s Family Services (SJFS).

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES 

• Childcare discount & salary packaging available 
• Working for a reputable, longstanding, values-based organisation
• A commitment to providing a responsive and supportive work environment
• Above Award conditions
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
• You will have access to great employee perks including Fitness Passport & discounted Allied health services, I.E Remedial massage, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology etc
• As a corporate partner of Westpac, employees will have access to special offers, discounts and financial information.
• Paid professional learning and development and study assistance for approved course
• A friendly, nurturing environment
• Generous employee referral program
• 2 weeks Christmas shut down – Guaranteed time off with your family!

WHO YOU ARE

• Commitment and willingness to study Certificate III in Early Childhood Education
• You are committed to work in harmony with Catholic Values and Principles
• NSW Working with Children Check clearance or the ability to obtain
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness and ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and families
• Willingness and ability to work effectively within a team
• Intermediate computer skills
• Willingness and commitment to providing quality early education and care
• Be prepared to work between 7.00am – 6:00pm