TEACHER and EDUCATOR APPLICATION INFORMATION Thankyou for your interest in applying for a position at Play Early Learning Centre (Play ELC). Please take a moment to read through the enclosed material before completing the application forms and signing any enclosed documentation. Your Employer Christian Outreach Centre, Australia Play Early Learning Centre is a department of Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba. Other departments of the Campus include: Christian Outreach College Toowoomba, Citilife Church Who we are as a Campus We believe each person is created in the image of God and is not defined or limited by gender, race, religion, background or ability, but were born for more to dream, achieve and experience all they were created to enjoy through Christ. Service Philosophy for Play ELC Play Early Learning Centre is a part of the Christian Outreach Centre Incorporated Network of Churches (INC). Our service philosophy co-exists and stems from the mission, values, aims and philosophies held by the COC church and Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba. Play Early Learning Centre Staff are committed to actively partnering with families in the celebration of their child. This celebration stems from a belief that each and every child who enters the learning environment is uniquely and individually created by God with varying gifts, talents and physical abilities and is to be highly valued, inclusive of gender, race, culture, abilities and background. As a Christian centre we do not discriminate against children from various faith backgrounds and while Play ELC welcomes both church and non-church going families, it is the families who through enrolling their child at Play Early Learning Centre, confirm they are supportive of our program that embeds Biblical worldview. This includes Bible stories, prayer and Christian worship as part of our daily activities. We see parents as an integral part of a child's learning and we work in partnership with families to provide the highest quality of care and education for their child. Play Early Learning Centre educators recognise that:
from birth, children are social beings, full of curiosity and imagination with the potential and desire to find connections and meaning in all they experience. the first five years of life are a time of incredible growth and learning and are widely recognised as providing the foundation for lifelong learning. While connections in the brain are made all through life, the rapid pace of brain development in the early years is never repeated. the experiences and relationships a child has in these early years, combined with good nutrition and health, can actually affect the child s holistic development enormously physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively and spiritually. even from an early age, children are capable, competent, and reflective co-contributors to the learning process all children are unique individuals and will have their own rate of growth and development physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively and spiritually. As a result of this, the role of our educators is to actively provide: a safe, caring and supportive Christian environment where all feel valued enabling them to confidently and actively engage, explore and inquire with people, objects and interests. a play-based, multi-sensory learning environment. Play is recognised as the best vehicle for young children s learning by providing the most appropriate stimulus for brain development and in encouraging children to organise and make sense of their social worlds. programming and planning in the early learning services that is informed and influenced by: - alignment with Early Year Learning Framework(EYLF), QLD Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG) and PYP International Framework - a number or philosophical theorists such as Vygotsky, Piaget, Brenner, Erikson - world renowned educational settings E.g. Reggio Emilia - current neuroscience and developmental research. an environment where children have a right to be heard, to be respected, and to feel a sense of belonging. the highest quality of care and education for the child by working in partnership with families recognising the integral part families are to child s learning. an ongoing commitment to professional and personal development ensuring that the highest quality care and education are maintained. an individualised and holistic approach that allows each child to be supported in their interests, developmental needs and individual capabilities physical, social, emotional, cognitive and spiritual. A range of developmentally appropriate planned and spontaneous indoor and outdoor activities that encourage children to 'feel' the environment and to closely observe, inquire, explore, discover, investigate and reflect on the natural world around them. What characterises staff at Play Early Learning Centre? Play ELC caters for the education and care of students from 15 months to the year before Prep. The Play ELC mission is to provide excellent early years education and care within a Biblical Christian world and life view so that they are equipped to serve God and their fellow man. We recognise that the beliefs and experiences of an educator are communicated alongside the prescribed curricula. These are a part of the hidden curricula which infuses the culture and ethos of every teachers and educators classroom practise. Therefore, the nature of the Centre Mission necessitates that all of the Play ELC (including those serving in temporary or training capacities) are committed Christians whose lives are characterised by the following: 1. A personal relationship with Jesus.
2. An acceptance of the Bible as historically accurate and authoritative in the matters of establishing principles of truth and morality. 3. A lifestyle which demonstrates adherence to the moral principles of Biblical Christianity, including, but not only, in relation to the expression of human sexuality through heterosexual, monogamous relationships, expressed intimately through marriage. The centrality and vibrancy of the Christian faith within the campus community is one of the unique features first noticed by new parents and students coming onto the campus and fundamental to fulfilling our purpose and vision. In accordance with Biblical principles, we believe this faith is expressed through: A. LIFESTYLE AND PERSONAL DEMEANOUR It is a genuine occupational requirement (subject to the provisions of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991) of Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba that, consistent with the Act, staff members must not act in a way that they know, or ought reasonably to know, is contrary to the religious beliefs of Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba. Nothing in their deliberate conduct should be incompatible with the intrinsic character of their position, especially, but not only, in relation to the expression of human sexuality through heterosexual, monogamous relationships, expressed intimately through marriage. Staff must be followers of Jesus Christ and exhibit: Obvious dedication to Christianity and an active involvement in a local church; A lifestyle consistent with Biblical Christian Values, particularly in areas of: ~ commitment to Christian moral values and relationships; ~ positive speaking qualities; ~ commitment to respect for other people (students, parents, colleagues); ~ financial integrity; ~ appropriateness and modesty in personal attire; ~ commitment to Christian family values; ~ commitment to support Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba s leadership. B. EDUCATIONAL (Teaching & Learning) A clear understanding of and commitment to the Play Early Learning Centre philosophy, the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Framework (QKLG). Dedication to the provision of quality teaching and learning, and high standards of personal professional growth; Commitment to Biblical integration through the application of Biblical Christian truths to teaching and learning; Pursuit of an educational leadership chararcterized by professional competence; Christian character and devotion to God; Recognize and appreciate the uniqueness, dignity and personal worth of students. C. PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES Accept their work at Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba as a ministry not merely a job; Concern for punctuality and appearance; Diligent approach to learning; Appropriate attitude and response to Centre leadership;
A prayerful approach to problem solving; Preparedness to accept advice and give wisdom and encouragement in Christian fellowship with staff colleagues. D. CHRISTIAN PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES Welcome parental enquiries and/or concerns seeing them as meaningful contributions to the parent/teacher team approach to successful Christian education; Develop an attitude of love toward each student expressed through care and concern for their well-being; Ability to work in teams and in cooperation with other members of staff giving due attention to the careful development of inter-staff relationships and the dignity they require to be successful; Recognize colleagues as fellow members of the body of Christ. I, the Applicant,, (print name) accept and agree that I have read and understood the details provided in all pages above. Dated this day of 20 Applicant Signature
PLAY EARLY LEARNING CENTRE ABN: 79 400 419 737 Please attach Passport photo here Office Use Only Received Acknowledged Interview Date By Whom Date Time (optional) RELIEF APPLICATION FORM PLAY ELC (Little Gems, Pre- Kindy, Kindy, Afternoon Play, Holiday Play) OSHC & VACATION CARE Play ELC Teacher Play ELC Educator OSHC Vacation Care Date of Application: Surname: Other Names: Residential Address: Postal Address (if different from residential address): Private Phone No.: Mobile Phone No.: Email Address: Church Affiliation: (Under Queensland WorkCover legislation, we require you to, and it is your duty to, advise us of any pre-existing injury or medical condition, which would be aggravated by the type of employment you have applied to undertake in accordance with the Job Description. You must provide us with this information before you commence in your employment and any offer of employment is conditional upon your compliance with this requirement. If you fail to do so, or if you provide us with false or misleading information, you will not be entitled to compensation or to seek damages for any event that aggravates the pre-existing injury or medical condition. *Do you have any health concerns that might limit your ability to undetake the duties of the position applied for?
*If yes, give details NOTE: Please attach a written Christian Testimony. QUALIFICATIONS NOTE Please attach a certified copy of qualifications certificate/academic transcript/ course subject enrolment (for those who are currently enrolled in a relevant course but not yet completed). OTHER QUALIFICATIONS (tick those that apply and are current) Note Please provide a certified copy for each of the following qualifications that have been obtained and are current. Blue card Positive Notice Letter or Exemption Card First Aid CPR Asthma Training Anaphylactic Training Individual Supervisor Certificate Letter of Recognition Kindergarten Teacher QKFS Teacher Registration Certificate PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE /EMPLOYMENT If Resume is not attached then please outline your previous experience and/or employment. Year Name of work place Time Frame Year Name of work place Time Frame Days Available For Work (Please tick) Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday What influenced your decision to apply for work at Play ELC?
REFEREES Please supply a letter from your Pastor stating your involvement with the church. The people you list as referees may be phoned by the Play ELC Director to discuss your suitability for relief teaching in the Centre. CHARACTER Name: Address: Occupation: Business Phone: Private Phone: Email: Context of your Association with this Referee: PROFESSIONAL Name: Address: Occupation: Business Phone: Private Phone: Email: Context of your Association with this Referee: PROFESSIONAL Name: Address: Occupation: Business Phone: Private Phone:
Email: Context of your Association with this Referee: PLAY EARLY LEARNING CENTRE STATEMENT OF FAITH I,, (Position) accept and agree to abide by the Statement of Faith outlined below. (i) The Holy Scriptures - Their inspiration and infallibility. (ii) The Godhead - comprising Father, Son and Holy Spirit - Who is the creator of all things visible and invisible. (iii) The Lord Jesus Christ - His humanity, deity, virgin birth, sinless life, atoning death for the sins of the world, resurrection for our justification, ascension to the Father's right hand, and personal return to reign upon earth. (iv) Salvation - by faith in and confession of Jesus Christ as Lord, producing an upright and moral life. (v) The Ordinances - Water Baptism - for all believers by immersion, the Lord's Supper - celebrated regularly in remembrance of Christ. (vi) Divine Healing secured for every believer through the atonement of Christ; and deliverance from all bondage to the power of satan. (vii) The Baptism in the Holy Spirit with speaking in other tongues. (viii) The Gifts of the Holy Spirit for the equipping of ministry and edification of the Church; the fruit of the Holy Spirit as the expression of Christian character in believers. (ix) The Church universal comprising all born again believers of all nations and denominations under the headship of the Lord Jesus Christ. (x) Bible Prophecy its fulfillment in world events, heralding the climax of this age and the return of the Lord Jesus Christ. Dated this day of 20
Employee Signature PLAY EARLY LEARNING CENTRE STAFF LIFESTYLE REQUIREMENT I,, (Position) accept and agree to abide by the Staff Lifestyle Requirements outlined below: 1 Play Early Learning Centre (Play ELC), as a department of the larger Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba, bases its teachings and beliefs on the Bible, both Old and New Testaments, which Play ELC regards as the inspired and inerrant Word of God. These teachings are expounded in many of Play Early Learning Centre s public and internal documents, both printed and on the Play ELC website, and viewable by staff as part of their appointment process. These documents inform our understanding of the lifestyle values which staff who work in this Centre are required (subject to the provisions of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1991(the Act)) to respect and maintain at all time, and should be understood as source documents, defining our doctrines, tenets, beliefs or teachings. 2 All staff of Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba, regardless of their role, are required to be seen to conduct themselves in the course of, or in connection with their work, in a manner consistent with these principles and beliefs and in accordance with the Christian ethics of the Centre, as contained and interpreted in these documents, thus providing a specifically Christian role model and example to all the families associated with the Play ELC. 3 It is a genuine occupational requirement (subject to the provisions of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991) of Play Early Learning Centre, as a department of Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba that, consistent with the Act, staff members must not act in a way that they know, or ought reasonably to know, is contrary to the religious beliefs of Christian Outreach Centre Toowoomba. Nothing in their deliberate conduct should be incompatible with the intrinsic character of their position, especially, but not only, in relation to the expression of human sexuality through heterosexual, monogamous relationships, expressed intimately through marriage. 4 Staff are required to regularly and frequently attend a Christian church and to regularly and frequently support Staff devotions and Staff Worship Services.. 5 Where any staff member acts contrary to these lifestyle requirements, the Principal may attempt restoration, counsel, discipline and dismiss the employee. Dated this day of 20
Employee Signature PRIVACY POLICY INFORMATION COLLECTION NOTICE (For Employees) In applying for a position at Play Early Learning Centre (Play ELC), you will be providing Christian Outreach Centre, Toowoomba with personal information which will be used to process your application. Play ELC contact details are: Postal Address: PO Box 7239, Toowoomba South, Qld 4352 Email: playelc@coct.qld.edu.au Phone: 07 46176570 You agree that we may store this information for 6 months. You may seek access to your personal information that we hold about you if you are unsuccessful for the position. However, there will be occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would include where access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others. We will not disclose this information to a third party without your consent. We may be required to conduct a criminal record check and collect information regarding whether you are or have been the subject of an Apprehended Violence Order and certain criminal offences under Child Protection law. If you provide us with the personal information of others, we encourage you to inform them that you are disclosing that information to the Centre and why, that they can access that information if they wish, that the Centre does not usually disclose the information to third parties and that we may store their information for 12 months. Complaints re Play Early Learning Centre handling of Personal Information: If individuals have a complaint against the Play ELC re the collection, maintenance, or use of their personal information, they may follow this procedure: a. Register the Complaint in writing with the Christian Outreach Centre Privacy Officer. Full details, including the nature and date(s) of the alleged breach of privacy, and the people you think may be involved. b. The Privacy Officer may ask for a personal meeting with you to clarify and discuss the complaint. c. The Privacy Officer will investigate the complaint and make report of his/her findings to the Director. d. The Director will take appropriate action, viz: If there has been a breach of privacy by a staff member, the staff member will be appropriately disciplined. If there is an inadequacy in the policies and procedures, they will be remedied appropriately.
e. The Privacy Officer will report back to the complainant within 21 days from the lodgement of the complaint. The report will include reference to (but not necessarily details of) the disciplinary or remedial action taken by the Centre. f. If the complainant remains unsatisfied with the actions and procedures of the Centre, he/she may report the matter to the Privacy Commissioner for investigation. Further Process Successful applicants will be invited for an interview prior to commencing any employment. Relief Arrangement Wherever possible, we will attempt to give you as much warning as possible of our request for your services. In case of teacher illness, we will begin contacting relief teachers shortly at 6am. Arrival Times If you are employed for a whole day or a part day that starts in first period, we request that teachers arrive by 8:15 am and other Educators at the time indicated by the Director. You will be required to sign in at the Staff Attendance Book situated in the room that you will be in for the day. You will find instructions for the day waiting for you on the teacher s classroom desk. If you are employed for a later starting time or part day, we ask you to arrive in time to get the necessary information and orient yourself to the day s tasks. Please see Play ELC Director for details.