Full-Time, Ongoing Position
ABOUT US
Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney’s unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Early Learning to Year 12. Our unique bilingual program immerses students in a second language every day.
Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.
At the International Grammar School Early Learning Centre our qualified, dedicated and passionate teachers and educators love what they do. Together we embrace diversity and celebrate personal achievement.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly motivated Educator to join our dynamic early learning program, which encourages children aged 3-5 years to explore and discover their world and supports the joy of learning another language; our school’s unique offering. This is a full-time ongoing position to commence from Term 1, 2025.
Together with our Early Childhood Teachers you will promote the foundations of a lifelong love of learning and embed Chinese language learning opportunities through an immersive and intentional language program within the daily curriculum of the Centre.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- ACECQA recognised Certificate III or Diploma in Early Education and Care
- Current ACECQA approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma certifications or willingness to obtain
- Current ACECQA approved Child Protection training or willingness to obtain
- Fluency in Mandarin and strong understanding of Chinese culture
- Availability to work between the hours of 7.00am – 6.10pm.
- Shifts are scheduled from 7.20am to 6.10pm on the ELC roster; staff enjoy a regular shift pattern
- Understanding of current early education and care legislation and regulations including the EYLF and NQS
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Demonstrated strengths-based approach in working with children and their families
- Sound ICT skills.
BENEFITS:
In return for your skills and experience you will:
- Work in a dynamic, growth-oriented and high performing team learning alongside our professional Teachers and Educators
- Participate in regular high quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term
- Engage in professional mentoring by our experienced Early Learning leadership team
- Daily programming time allocation to prepare learning experiences and documentation
- Experience and access a range of incredible facilities on campus including the Bibliotheque adjacent to the Centre
- Enjoy working in a team with high staff to child ratios (4 staff in each classroom team)
- Participate in a supportive induction program
- Have access to the Employee Assistance Program.
APPLICATION DETAILS:
To apply for this position, please visit our website, www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au
Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position.
To apply please:
address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.
Please provide:
- a succinct Cover Letter, 1 page, addressing the position requirements
- your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
- the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer
PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS:
You will need to provide:
- your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth.
- copies of related qualifications, training and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated
- proof of identity will be required
- as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
- COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with the current IGS Vaccination Policy
Closing Date: Tuesday, 4 February 2025 by 4pm
- applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
- applications received after the closing date and time, may not be accepted. IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.
