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The Child Care Worker plays a vital role in supporting the education, care, safety, and wellbeing of children at Kensington Montessori. This role involves providing direct care to children, supporting their learning and development, and working collaboratively with educators, families, and the wider centre team to create a safe, stimulating, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

The position contributes to the delivery of high-quality, play -based early learning program aligned with Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), the National Quality Framework (NQF), and the centre's community-focused Montessori philosophy.

Benefits

• Full-Time permanent position
• Awarding Salary

Task & responsibilities

• Provide attentive care and supervision for children
• Support children’s emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development
• Assist educators in implementing learning experiences and daily routines
• Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging learning environment
• Build respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Observe and document children’s learning and wellbeing
• Follow all health, safety, and compliance procedures
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive behavior in line with Montessori principles

Qualification & experience

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent qualification)
• Minimum of 12 months relevant experience
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Current Working With Children Check
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team 
• Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting children's learning, wellbeing and development