Educator

Join our team in Milestones Early Learning Rutherford

We are looking for a dedicated Educators, offering part-time positions with flexible shifts from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm.

Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

About the Centre:

At our centre, we are passionate about nurturing the development of children through the expertise of experienced educators. We follow Australia's advanced Lifelong Learning Curriculum, which fosters cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Our on-site chefs prepare healthy and delicious meals, ensuring the children are well-nourished throughout the day. The centre features engaging learning zones and spacious outdoor play areas, offering children opportunities for creative exploration and physical activity. We also maintain strong connections with local schools and community groups, helping children feel connected to their environment. Additionally, we offer a government-approved preschool program, providing a solid foundation for early learners.

About you: 

• Hold a Cert III or Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA approved equivalent 
• Have a current Working with Children's Check
• A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds

Your Affinity Advantages   

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions coming from within, and advance your career towards senior educational roles or operational management.
• Receive fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Apply for scholarships for Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, discounts at over 100 retailers, and Bupa insurance benefits.

Why work for Affinity? 

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn't just about what we do for children, it's about what we do for our team, too.  Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education

Our Curriculum:

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which  is Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities.  This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.

Our Safety Commitment 

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.