Retaining quality childcare staff is essential for maintaining a nurturing and stable environment for children and their families. High turnover can disrupt the consistency of care, negatively impacting children’s development and parent satisfaction. Here are five key strategies to help retain your childcare staff and foster a positive workplace culture. 1. Competitive Compensation and Benefits Fair and competitive pay is fundamental in attracting and retaining childcare staff. Ensure that your…
The expansion of preschool services in New South Wales has left many questioning how to staff the upcoming facilities. In Goulburn alone, there's a promise of over 770 new spots across various early childhood education and care (ECEC) venues, but uncertainty looms regarding who will fill these roles. Despite approvals for new childcare centres in recent years, including a 95-spot centre at Quiberon Way and a 104-place venue on Bonneville…
Considering a role in early childhood education with Earlyhood Recruitment in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney? Wondering if a casual early childhood educator position aligns with your goals? Here are three reasons why a casual role might be the perfect choice for aspiring Early Childhood Educators in Australia. Flexibility to Suit Your Lifestyle Explore the dynamic world of being a casual early childhood educator, where you can tailor your work schedule…
For Early Childhood Educators seeking childcare jobs in Australia, a well-structured CV is the key to success. Here's a guide on how to write a CV tailored for childcare positions in Australia. Introduction: Start your CV with your full name and contact information, followed by a brief professional summary. It must include your qualifications and passion for Early Childhood Education, highlighting your commitment to shaping young minds in Australia. Education:…
Exciting benefits of process-art based learning and how you can empower and engage children with this innovative approach as an Early Childhood Educator As an Early Childhood Educator, embracing process-art based learning can offer incredible benefits for children's development. Process art is an innovative form of art that prioritises the creative process over the finished product. When children engage in process art, they are encouraged to explore their creativity by…
As an Early Childhood Educator, you play an important role in fostering creativity and imagination in young children. One way to do this is by displaying their artwork in the centre. Displaying children's artwork has numerous benefits. Studies have shown that early exposure to creative experiences encourages communication, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking in children. By displaying a child's artwork, you are not only giving them a sense of pride…
Importance of Effective Behaviour Guidance Strategies for the Safety and Well-being of Young Children in Your Care Childcare service providers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of young children under their supervision. Implementing effective gesture guidance techniques, such as redirection, can significantly enhance outcomes. Redirection is a technique that has been widely adopted by early childhood educators in Sydney, who are responsible for ensuring the safety…
At Earlyhood we recruit highly sought after candidates to provide best care and development for children during more crucial years of their life. Why is it important? Early childhood education is a critical time in a child's life, as it lays the foundation for their future development and success. The first five years of child's life are particularly important, as this is the time when their brain is rapidly developing…
The Fair Work Commission has made some changes to the classifications, pay and allowances in the Teachers Award. The changes start from the first full pay period on or after 1 January 2022. Classification Changes From 1 January 2022, the Teachers Award will have a new classification structure which: is based on the professional career standards established by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers is tied to teacher registration (where…
Last updated 24/01/22 The early childhood education and care sector (ECEC), along with the rest of the community, is experiencing the impacts of the COVID-19 virus and the significant challenges it poses to the families, early childhood educators and providers of early childhood education and care services. Do you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccines? ECA is pleased to present a special webinar all about the COVID vaccines. Murdoch Children’s…
About us Earlyhood Education & Care is dedicated to sourcing the most passionate and sought after Early Childhood Educators & Teachers across Sydney. We provide specialist recruitment services to the Early Childhood Sector which includes Long Daycare, Preschool, OOSH care and community schools. Genuine passion and enthusiasm for what we do, combined with a deep understanding of our sector and our ability to respond and adapt swiftly to clients’ needs…
