Child care worker

The Client

Veronica Street Children’s Centre is a family-run daycare that provides quality care and education for young children, from infancy to school age. The centre focuses on education, emotional well-being, and development, offering programs to support each child's growth and help families in need.

The Role

The role for hire is a Child care worker based in in Langwarrin, VIC, it is a full-time role with an annual salary between $73,500 depending on experience plus superannuation.

The Responsibilities

Assisting in setting up and preparing educational and recreational materials for children's activities

Managing children's behaviour and helping them develop positive social skills

Planning and conducting age-appropriate activities for children's learning and entertainment

Engaging children with stories, games, and creative play to promote learning

Supervising children during recreational activities to ensure safety and engagement

Overseeing children's daily routines, including transitions between activities

Ensuring children's hygiene is maintained by supporting hand washing and toileting routines

Encouraging children to participate in group activities to enhance social interaction

Providing individual attention to children as needed to support their emotional and developmental needs

Monitoring children's progress and providing feedback to parents or guardians

Collaborating with other staff members to create a nurturing and educational environment

Assisting children with meals and ensuring they are following proper mealtime etiquette

Managing conflict resolution between children in a calm and constructive manner

Maintaining a clean and organized environment for children to explore and play

The Requirements

Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Minimum 1 - 1.5 years’ experience in early childhood education or childcare

Minimum 1 - 1.5 years’ experience supervising children during daily routines and recreational activities

Strong communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues

Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment

Knowledge of early learning frameworks and curriculums

Experience with record-keeping, including progress reports and incident logs

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Ability to adapt to changing schedules and needs