<p><i><strong>Working at</strong></i><strong>&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>PORTSIDE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE</strong></p> <p>Portside Christian College is a non-denominational Christian college based in the Western suburbs of Adelaide that caters for students from Foundation to Year 12, with an Early Learning Centre and Trade Training Centre onsite.&nbsp;</p> <p>We offer professional, rewarding and supportive teaching environment and create outstanding opportunities for professional learning and career progression. If you are committed to high quality teaching and learning, enjoy a challenge, and want to work alongside other professionals dedicated to quality outcomes for learners, then please apply.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Our Philosophy</strong><br> At Portside Christian College Early Learning Centre, we uphold our College vision:</p> <p><i><strong>Equipping for life</strong></i></p> <p>We believe heart, head and hands bring connection.</p> <p>OUR HEART, OUR BELONGING… EVERY PERSON MATTERS EVERYDAY – Proverbs 4:23</p> <ul> <li>We hear every child and family’s heart</li> <li>We listen with our eyes and our ears</li> <li>We value and create trust and safety</li> <li>We authentically practise kindness, agency, respect and responsiveness</li> <li>We nurture relationships so all can flourish</li> </ul> <p>OUR HEAD, OUR BEING… EVERY PERSON IS UNIQUE – Philippians 4:8-9&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>We embrace diversity</li> <li>We celebrate culture</li> <li>We are curious</li> <li>We are strong and flexible</li> <li> <p>We value and respect our God-given gifts</p> <p>OUR HANDS, OUR BECOMING… EVERY PERSON IS AN AGENT FOR CHANGE – Ephesians 2:10&nbsp;</p></li> <li>We learn best through play</li> <li>We learn through our connections with nature</li> <li>We are caretakers of God’s creation</li> <li>We are ambassadors for sustainability</li> <li>We are responsible risk-takers</li> <li>We are always learning</li> </ul> <p><strong>Position Description</strong></p> <p><strong>Position title: </strong>Assistant Director of Early Learning Centre</p> <p><strong>Position number: </strong>PCS02</p> <p><strong>Agreement: </strong><a href="https://www.fwc.gov.au/document-search/view/3/aHR0cHM6Ly9zYXNyY2RhdGFwcmRhdWVhYS5ibG9iLmNvcmUud2luZG93cy5uZXQvZW50ZXJwcmlzZWFncmVlbWVudHMvMjAyMS8xMi9hZTUxNDIzNS5wZGY1?sid=&amp;q=portside" rel="nofollow">Portside Christian College Enterprise Agreement (2021)</a></p> <p><strong>Award: </strong><a href="https://awardviewer.fwo.gov.au/award/show/MA000076" rel="nofollow">Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award 2020</a></p> <p><strong>Level: </strong>General Level 6</p> <p><strong>FTE: </strong>1.0 FTE</p> <p><strong>Reports to: </strong>College Principal and delegate: ELC Director</p> <p><strong>Direct reports: </strong>ELC Administrator</p> <p><strong>General responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Have an understanding of and commitment to the College Vision, Purpose, Values and Statement of Faith</li> <li>Act in accordance with the College Handbook (Staff), Staff Code of Conduct and Staff Device Agreement, as well as all other College policies and procedures</li> <li>Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, students and parents</li> <li>Actively contribute to the Christian life of the College community</li> <li>Attend meetings, functions and extra-curricular activities as required</li> <li>Participate in the College’s ongoing Professional Learning opportunities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Role and responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support the ELC Director to provide a quality Reggio inspired early childhood program from a biblical perspective in line with the requirements of the National Quality Standards (NQS)</li> <li>Work cooperatively with staff, families and allied professionals to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children attending the service</li> <li>Create and manage staffing rosters, oversee onboarding of new staff, oversee inclusion (Allied Health) and transition, support enrolment interviews and undertake other administrative duties as required</li> <li>Manage the inclusion support of children including funding, liaise with Allied Health providers and support implementation of strategies</li> <li>Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures, including oversight of Work Health and Safety</li> <li>Responsible Person for the Holiday Program</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desired qualifications of successful candidate</strong></p> <ul> <li>A diploma level qualification with relevant work experience</li> <li>South Australian Government Working with Children Check.</li> <li>Current Senior First Aid qualification HLTAID012 (including Anaphylaxis and Asthma training)</li> <li>Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Training</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desired skills and abilities of successful candidate</strong></p> <ul> <li>Able to supervise and delegate duties to colleagues, students and volunteers</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with students, staff and parents</li> <li>Effective time management skills and ability to coordinate responsibilities to enable smooth and efficient running of the program</li> <li>Ability to be innovative, enthusiastic and self-motivated</li> <li>Proficiency in digital technology</li> <li>Ability to manage the demands of the position including administration and professional responsibilities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications are to include</strong></p> <ul> <li>Cover letter, maximum 1 page&nbsp;</li> <li>Written response to the above criteria, maximum 500 words&nbsp;</li> <li>Curriculum Vitae outlining details of qualifications and areas of study, educational history, previous employment and relevant personal information&nbsp;</li> <li>Completion of the <i><strong>Portside Christian College Application for Employment – Non-Teaching</strong></i> form available on our website at www.portside.sa.edu.au under the Our College – Careers heading&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application deadline and details</strong></p> <p>Applications are to be received by <strong>4pm on Wednesday, 5th March, 2025</strong>.</p> <p>Applications should be addressed to:</p> <p>Mrs Belinda Elsegood, Human Resources, Portside Christian College&nbsp;</p> <p>Email: <a href="mailto:application@portside.sa.edu.au?subject=ELC%20Assistant%20Director%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">application@portside.sa.edu.au</a></p>