Join the Baringa Team

At the heart of Baringa is a team committed to early childhood education, some of whom have been with us for 25 years!
We have a love of learning across our Management, Leadership Team, Early Childhood Teachers and educators with Diploma and Certificate level qualifications. For news and updates join us on facebook.

+ TEAM LEADER (due COB Monday 11 Nov 2024)

Role Overview

Be part of Baringa's Leadership Team. We invite applications if you have at least 3 years experience in early learning, Diploma qualified (or willing to study towards a Diploma). Be supported by a team of educators to develop and deliver an education program for a specific age group.

This will be a full-time role, supported by Management and the Leadership Team. Your pay will be determined by your qualifications. Please see Baringa's Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026 and Children’s Services Award 2010.

We believe you will be brilliant in this role as:

  1. You are ready for the challenge and keen to nurture an environment where both our team and children flourish.
  2. You see the best in others and love mentoring other educators.
  3. You are able to strengthen relationships with, and between educators and families, for a collaborative in the best interest of children.
  4. You have the desire to see things through, have attention to detail, are organised and able to handle competing priorities.
  5. You are able to seek support, work closely with Management and the Leadership Team, and role model for others the importance of self-care and wellbeing in our profession.

Applications open until COB Monday 11 November

To apply please complete the Application Form and email admin@baringa.org.au with your resume by the due date.

Notes:

  • Interviews will be held as an opportunity to discuss your strengths for the role
  • Suitable candidates will be placed on a merit list for 12 months

For more information please contact admin@baringa.org.au

Benefits

  • 11% above award wages as per Enterprise Agreement (increases to 11.5% above Award from May 2025)
  • Orientation training and mentoring
  • Supported by Management and Leadership Team
  • Professional development, coaching and training
  • Employment Assistance Program
  • Paid End of Year Shutdown Period
  • Be part of a close-knit community, not-for-profit, registered charity organisation

Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements

  • Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or willing to study towards Diploma while supported by Baringa)
  • Current Working With Vulnerable People Card
  • 3 Years Experience in early childhood education

Desirable Qualifications

  • First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
  • Child Protection Training

+ CASUAL EDUCATORS (ongoing)

Position: Casual Educators Cert III, Diploma or Bachelor qualified
For casual shifts Mondays to Fridays 730am-600pm

This exciting role offers flexibility to suit your needs whether it is to incorporate practical experience while you study or want to join the Baringa family, this is a unique option to do just that.

You will have the opportunity to work in various rooms of ages ranging birth to five years.

This position is essential to help support our permanent educators to have leave while continuing to support our educators, families and children within the service to have a familiar educator during their day.

Your pay will be determined by your qualifications. Please see Children’s Services Award 2010 and Early Childhood Teacher Policy.

Who can apply?

APPLICATIONS ARE WELCOME YEAR ROUND

  • To apply please email a cover letter, resume and two references to admin@baringa.org.au
  • Suitable candidates will be interviewed and/or placed on a merit list for 12 months
  • For more information contact admin@baringa.org.au
  • Please ensure you are contactable via email as this will be the primary method of communication.
  • For further details please email admin@baringa.org.au CONTACT VIA EMAIL ONLY

Benefits:

  • 25% casual loading award wages
  • Orientation training and mentoring
  • Professional Development
  • Be part of a close-knit community, not-for-profit, registered charity organisation

Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements:

  • Working Towards or Completed Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by ACECQA
  • Current Working With Vulnerable People Card or ability to apply for one
  • Experience in Early Childhood Education

Desirable Qualifications:

  • First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
  • Child Protection Training