Early Childhood TeacherChallenging opportunity to shape and support the centre for the futureFar North Queensland based - WeipaFull time Monday to Friday rosterAbout the roleFinding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.We are looking for an experienced and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to be a part of our Cape Kids Childcare Centre based in the beautiful Coastal town of Weipa. This center is owned by Rio Tinto and has a wide range of additional benefits on offer such as relocation assistance to support you and your family, Remote area living allowance, discounted medical cover, heavily discounted utilities and more.The center has a capacity of 132 children across 6 rooms, and provides a quality educational experience to young children which encourages expression of their own ideas through play-based learning. In this role you provide children with an enriching learning environment while you build a career that you are passionate about in an organization with a variety of pathways.This is a great opportunity for a Qualified ECT to work on a full-time roster, and manage the day-to-day operations of the kindergarten room, including providing leadership and support to educators and staff within your team. If you are an experienced ECT looking for your next role in an interesting location with some great benefits on offer this may be for you.Reporting to the Director Cape Kids in a collaborative community, you will be:Be responsible for management of the day-to-day operation of the assigned room, including providing leadership and support to educators and staff within your team in line with relevant regulations, policies and proceduresAssist with the development, implementation, and reflection of the educational program to provide a high-quality program for all children and familiesBuild and maintain positive relationships with children, families, educators, staff and the Nominated Supervisor to deliver best outcomes for families and childrenWhat you'll bringDegree in Early Childhood from a recognised University (as listed on the approved qualification list by ACECQA)Current Provide an Emergency First Aid response in an Education and Care Setting qualificationCurrent ACECQA approved Anaphylaxis and emergency asthma management trainingValid Working with Children CheckAccredited Child Protection Training (desirable)Previous experience in an ECT rolePositive attitude and enjoys being in a team environmentDemonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010), and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), Family Assistance Law.What we offerBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress.A work environment where safety is always the number one priorityA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive programComprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate familyAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverExtensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging optionsCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsOngoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing supportLeave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)Domestic relocation assistance on offerWeipa accommodation benefitFive weeks annual leaveRemote area allowanceRemote area holiday travel assistanceAbout Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.Weipa OperationsOur Weipa Operations includes three bauxite mines, processing facilities, ship loaders, an export wharf, two ports, power stations, a rail network and ferry terminals. Located on the Western Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, each year the operation produces more than 35 million tons of bauxite.Our operations are supported by a 1,900-strong workforce-including 26 per cent who are women and 25 per cent Indigenous employees. Activities include mine operations, maintenance, asset management, ports, cultural heritage management, and processing facility management.The development of our new mine, Amrun, which was completed in 2018, will extend the life of our Weipa bauxite operations by decades to come and significantly build on our 55-year history on the Western Cape.Every Voice MattersWe are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.Closing date: 30 April 2024Salary: . Date posted: 04/08/2024 07:19 AM