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ECTARC The Basin is a 40-place multipurpose service offering both preschool and long day care programs for children from 2 years to school age. The service offers a shady outdoor environment overlooking the street and is nestled between Sanctuary Point Public school and the Sanctuary Point Community Centre on Paradise Beach Road.

We promote and provide daily opportunities for children to learn through play, to explore, be creative, investigate, problem solve, practise skills and be challenged.  We believe strongly in building genuine relationships with families as the most important step in teaching any child.  We promote and respect all cultures and family groups.  Located in Yuin nation, we have a strong Aboriginal culture focus.

Our indoor and outdoor environments promote opportunities to explore, be creative, investigate and be challenged.  A relaxed atmosphere both indoor and outdoor allows children to feel safe, secure and valued.  Our daily routine provides vast opportunities for indoor and outdoor play with three group times a day that cover literacy, maths, science, fine motor skills.

Our curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework and our educators use intentional teaching practices to guide children’s learning. Our educators actively engage in children’s play and use their knowledge of each child’s interests and passions to develop program which builds on each child’s potential and promotes a love of learning.

Using the Circle of Security approach, we have a strong focus on developing children’s confidence as well as their self-regulation skills which are vital for school and life success. We are also involved with Be You, which is a national initiative for educators, aimed at promoting and protecting positive mental health in children.

We have a strong connection with Sanctuary Point school.  Our children participate in transition to school visits to give children an effective transition from early childhood education to school education and familiarise children with the classrooms and the school environment.

We are an Early Start Centre, linked with Wollongong University, who provide our educators with up-to-date professional development and the latest research regarding early childhood education.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, passionate and innovative Director to lead a team who is committed to providing the best possible outcomes for young children. This role requires a leader who can establish and nurture strong relationships with the team, children and their families and the wider community including Aboriginal Elders, schools, other early childhood and family organisations.

You will be supported by an experienced Early Childhood Coordinator and a network of Management and Directors.

The director’s role is very rewarding. As the director you will be working with educators, families, local community and a range of external stakeholders to provide optimum education and care outcomes for young children. At ECTARC you will have access to professional development, coaching and mentoring to support you grow professionally and lead to further career opportunities.

Originally known as Illawarra Area Child Care (IACC), our organisation was incorporated in October 1985 and have a proud history of providing optimum education and training services.

ECTARC is proudly a not for profit organisation, that successfully manages education and care services in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven. Our specialist early childhood knowledge, extensive experience and commitment to early education and care for children is why we are a respected leader in the sector. We live by our vision of enriching the futures for the children, families, students and our communities.

We have a professional, experienced leadership team at our head office who support and resource our ECTARC services to strengthen quality learning and education programs. ECTARC is committed to providing optimum work environments for staff with ongoing professional development opportunities.

ECTARC is committed to being a child safe organisation. We understand that the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount, we aim to provide environments where all children feel safe and are safe. ECTARC has policies and systems to protect children, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously.

At ECTARC our vision for reconciliation is to deepen our understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and rights promoting an organisational culture of respect, equality, equity, and cultural safety.  We envisage an Australia where all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples participate equally in early childhood education and training to achieve best educational outcomes. Through our work with young children, families, students, and the community we hope to contribute to an Australian society that proudly recognises, celebrates and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Early Childhood Education
• NESA Early Childhood Teacher Accreditation.
• A Working with Children Check clearance number.
• Current approved first aid qualification for early education and care HLTAID012.
• Completed an approved child protection Statement of Attainment.
• Demonstrated ability within the role of Responsible Person.
• Demonstrated professional level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of leadership and leading at team successfully.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current early childhood theories and practice & children’s services legislation.
• Demonstrated high level of ethical and professional behaviour including collaboration & confidentiality.
• A commitment to practicing ECTARC values every day.
• Strong commitment to your own professional learning.

For more information on the role please click on the link to the Job Description – 3.1.3 Service Director

At ECTARC we pay highly competitive salaries, having above the award rates, conditions, and entitlements in accordance with the policies and procedures of ECTARC including:

• Above award wages
• 50% discount on childcare fees for staff’s children enrolled in our quality services.
• Paid parental leave – 6 weeks top up.
• Annual ECTARC leave and 2-3 weeks end of year closure period.
• Wellness program including access to our EAP for you and your family.
• EXC Management team provides coaching, mentoring and support.
• Annual Planning Days

We have a comprehensive induction process and  professional development opportunities.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre employment screening and probity checks.

ECTARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background to apply for this position.

If you have any questions in regard to this position please call ECTARC on (02) 4223 1100 or email employment@ectarc.com.au.

If you would like to be considered for this position please click on the Apply Online button below.