Narnia Trainee

Narnia Trainee – Young Parents Waratah Join the Bendigo Advertiser team in supporting a 45‑year‑old pioneer of early childhood education, the St Philip’s Christian College network. This role offers the opportunity to work within a faith‑based setting that values holistic, child‑centred learning. Introduction St Philip’s Christian College is a rapidly growing network of learning communities continuing its journey to deliver holistic Christian education that develops the whole child – emotionally, intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually. Our team thrives on fostering strong working relationships that continue to encourage innovative and effective change, benefiting both students and staff while staying true to the college’s core values: Christ first, serve one another, strive for excellence, do what is right, and build community. Key Responsibilities and Performance Indicators Uphold the vision of the centre and support biblical values, teaching biblical truths, and speaking openly to children of the Christian faith. Pray with staff for the centre’s needs and maintain confidentiality with centre matters. Engage in regular staff evaluation examining personal, spiritual, and professional development. Act in a manner that promotes the best interests of the child and promote high‑quality education and care curricula consistent with service philosophy, national regulations, and the Early Years Learning Framework. Engage children in learning opportunities responsive to meaningful moments, intentional interactions, the child’s agency and choice, routine times, information technology, and environmental sustainability. Model positive interactions and respect children’s similarities, differences, cultures and diversities, while maintaining dignity and supporting emotional, social and well‑being needs. Provide physical care, including toileting, dressing, meal times, and view all these moments as teaching opportunities. Support children’s individual well‑being and comfort in sleep, rest and relaxation. Ensure the day’s operations are prepared, the environment reflects curiosity and problem‑solving, acknowledges the indoor and outdoor environments as the ‘third teacher’, and provokes sustainable practices. Maintain confidentiality and professional relationships with families and communities, ensuring respect for families’ child‑rearing practices and beliefs. Communicate effectively with other educators, Room Leaders, the Educator Leader, and the Nominated Supervisor, supporting positive, ethical channels of communication. Assist the Nominated Supervisor with quality improvement plans, and perform incidental administrative duties such as organising noticeboards and maintaining supplies. Work safely, maintain a risk‑free environment, promptly address safety issues, follow child protection and child‑safe standards, and stay compliant with emergency management procedures. Comply with mandated reporter duties and Service guidelines for providing a safe environment for children and staff. Essential Skills and Qualities Willingness to collaborate with families and support partnership values. Effective communication skills with adults and children. Understanding of child protection legislation and its implications. Ability to contribute to health and safety initiatives and support other staff in the centre. Dynamic and supportive team member, meeting high‑quality care standards under the National Quality Framework. Note: All SPCC employees are responsible for ensuring the workplace is free from sexual harassment and must not engage in any behaviour that could amount to sexual harassment. They are also committed to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards and strictly complies with work health safety standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr