<p>There may be a requirement for flexibility to work on a rotational shift roster basis. There is a requirement for some duties need to be performed outside of normal classroom hours. </p><p><strong>About the EC Teacher Roles:</strong></p><p>The<strong> </strong>Early Childhood Teacher position is for a highly motivated teacher who has a strong familiarity with the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework and a sound understanding of best practice. </p><p>You will provide an age-appropriate learning environment for children based on the Steiner philosophy and lead in all aspects of quality education and care. The successful applicants need to be passionate about adopting the Orana early childhood curriculum. We encourage anyone who is looking for a change and wants to reignite their passion for education to apply. </p><p><strong>EC Teacher Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)</li><li>Current Working with Vulnerable People registration</li><li>First Aid certificate</li><li>ACT TQI registration</li><li>Food Safety training.</li></ul><p><strong>About the EC Assistant Roles:</strong></p><p>The Early Childhood Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Early Childhood Teacher in implementing our Steiner Early Childhood Program. The assistant helps create a warm, nurturing environment while working collaboratively with the teacher in the background.</p><p>Key responsibilities include preparing activities, managing domestic tasks such as morning tea preparation and cleaning, and supervising children aged three to six years both indoors and outdoors. This position requires a strong partnership with the teacher and a deep understanding of the children’s developmental needs in alignment with Steiner principles. </p><p><strong>EC Assistant Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum Certificate III in Children’s Services </li><li>Diploma in Children&#39;s Services (or equivalent) highly desirable</li><li>First Aid certificate</li><li>Current Working with Vulnerable People (WwVP) registration</li><li>Food Safety training.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>The successful candidates for both roles must also be eligible to work in Australia.</li><li>While Steiner experience and qualifications are not essential, the right attitude and a willingness to learn are a must. Support and guidance will be provided to successful candidates without a Steiner background.</li></ul><p><strong>Teachers</strong> are employed in accordance with the <i>Independent Schools NSW Teachers (Hybrid Model) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021. </i>Salary and conditions are determined by this award. Enterprise Bargaining for the next MEA is currently underway. </p><p><strong>Assistants</strong> are currently employed under the <i>Independent Schools ACT (Support and Operational Staff) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021. </i>Salary and conditions are determined by this award. Enterprise Bargaining for the next MEA is currently underway. Assistants may be employed as either School Assistants or Childcare Workers depending upon the role and the qualifications and experience of the successful candidates. </p><p><strong>What we offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive, incremental salary progression</li><li>Dedicated professional learning days (student-free) each year</li><li>The right to disconnect outside of work hours for a better work/life balance</li><li>Salary Sacrificing </li><li>Free onsite parking</li><li>Discounted school fees for eligible employees.</li></ul><p>We are committed to maintaining a safe working environment (both physical and psychosocial) for all staff and students who attend our school.</p><p><strong>TO APPLY:</strong></p><p>Applications must be submitted via SEEK and must include:</p><ol><li>a statement clearly outlining which position you are applying for and how you meet all of the above requirements; </li><li>your current CV detailing your qualifications and experience;</li><li>evidence of current ACT TQI Registration (or evidence demonstrating eligibility, if applying for a teaching position); </li><li>evidence of current Working with Vulnerable People (WwVP) registration; and</li><li>names and contact details of two professional referees (one of which must be your current / most recent direct supervisor).</li></ol><p><strong>Closing date:</strong> Tuesday, 22 October 2024, however we will shortlist and interview as we receive applications and positions will be filled as we identify suitable candidates for those positions.</p><p><strong>Email address for enquiries:</strong> <a href="mailto:HR&#64;oranaschool.com" rel="nofollow">HR&#64;oranaschool.com</a> </p><p><strong>About Our School</strong></p><p>Orana Steiner School is a vibrant, growing co-educational Early Childhood to Year 12 school of around 600 students. Set within a natural landscape and on a magnificent 16-hectare property in Weston, an inner south suburb of Canberra, Orana seeks to provide a high-quality education for its students, based on the Steiner Education tradition. In its 40-year history, Orana Steiner School has developed an enviable reputation for its standards and achievements, and its warm, caring culture. Orana proudly employs applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds.</p><p><strong>About the Early Childhood Faculty</strong></p><p>The Orana Steiner School Early Childhood Program lays the foundation for physical health and vitality, for wonder in the world, for the inner readiness to learn and discover through personal experiences, for the ability to have meaningful relationships, and for lifelong physical, emotional and intellectual development.</p><p>Children are immersed in the natural environment daily, engaging in nature walks, self-directed play in our extensive gardens and the celebration of Orana’s surroundings. The Early Childhood Program leads directly into the Kindergarten Program and lays the foundation for Primary School learning.</p><p><i>Orana Steiner School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of its students in accordance with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and child safety legislation. The successful candidates must hold (or be eligible to obtain and maintain) a Working with Vulnerable People (WwVP) registration. </i></p><p>Please visit our website to find out more: <a href="https://oranaschool.com" rel="nofollow">https://oranaschool.com</a> </p>