The role of an educator is similar to that of a nanny, but there are some additions to the role.

The Government provides a service to eligible families, this is In Home Care and the carer is an Educator.

The difference between a nanny and an Educator is that just like an Early Childhood Centre, educators are required to work under the same framework and are governed by In-Home Care Standards.

This means for you that you will also be supporting child-led activities to meet quality educational outcomes for children being cared for at home under In-Home Care.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

• Have a genuine love of working with children and a nurturing nature
• Ability to maintain observations and documentation about the children in your care
• Organised
• Great communication skills
• Understand the importance of children’s developmental needs and creating a caring environment
• Reliable, flexible, trustworthy and respectful
• Creative nature to plan fun and educational activities
• Patience
• Commitment to making a positive difference

WHAT YOU NEED

• Either hold or are working towards Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care
• First Aid training—HLTAID012 (including Asthma & Anaphylaxis)
• DHS Child Related Employment Screening or Working with Children Check
• Through Their Eyes (previously known as Child safe environments) Certificate – Online or RAN -EC not accepted
• Hold an Australian Business Number (ABN) or willing to create one, as this is a contractor role
• Hold current Drivers Licence with a reliable Car