ABOUT US:

Bourke & District Children’s Services (BDCS) is a not-for-profit children's service situated on the banks of the Darling River in Western NSW at Bourke. We run a Childcare Centre, Preschool, Mobile Play Group and Toy Library.

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BDCS works collaboratively with other agencies, organisations, schools, and health care providers to support families, develop links to culture, build capacity of the child and community, nurture a lifelong love of learning and improve outcomes for the children of Bourke and District.

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This is your opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant and diverse community, rich in Indigenous Culture.

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ABOUT THE ROLE:

In this role you will be responsible for:

• The delivery of services to support and enhance the life of young children and the wider community.

• Planning engaging and age-appropriate activities for children to enjoy.

• Forming positive relationships with children and their families.

• Communicating with families and assisting them to access other appropriate services as required.​

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ABOUT YOU:

To be successful you will need:​

• An understanding of remote living and the importance of children and families connecting to early childhood services.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• An enthuiastic and curious approach to early childhood education and care.

• A current manual driver's licence.

• A current NSW Working with Children Check or be eligible to obtain. 

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or be willing to obtain. 

• To be an Australian Resident or equivalent or holder of a visa allowing permanent employment in Australia.​​

 

BENEFITS:​

• Supportive team with experienced leaders.

• Employee Wellbeing Program.

• Professional development opportunities.

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HOURS OF WORK:

• This is a casual position with up to 32 hours per week available (rough hours are Tuesday-Friday 8am-4pm).

• Minimal work during school holidays.

 

TO APPLY:​

Please submit your resume, along with contact details for 2 current referees to, Bourke & District Children’s Services.

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Alternatively, contact Amanda Bell for a confidential discussion.

Email: hr@bdcs.org.au | Phone: 0448 875 518