Lalor Park Preschool, located in the Blacktown area, is a 40 place not for profit, Community based Preschool.  We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Support Educator to join our passionate team. A contract will be offered to the successful applicant, with guaranteed hours per week, with the possibility of an extended contract on a term by term basis, will be offered depending on funding.  The role is contracted term time for Thursday and Friday's with the possibility of more hours. This position may suit but is not limited to a Certificate III educator, a student currently studying teaching, occupational therapy or speech therapy. The hours are approx 6 hours per day, 2 -4 days per week depending on government funding.  The successful applicant will be supervised by an above ratio team, led by an Early Childhood Teacher. We are open between 8am and 3:30pm and follow the Department of Education school calendar.   A nurturing and patient disposition and be able to support children's individual learning needs Be able to follow instructions from leading Teachers Experience with working with children with a variety of needs Current, paid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) Have received both initial COVID-19 vaccinations (As per service policy/conditions of employment) The Successful candidate will bring: A commitment to our philosophy and approach to working with children and Child Safe Standards Bring a sense of fun and be able to physically meet the demands of the job Support the Room Teachers in their documentation of funded children's development and progress through a diverse range of methods Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Nurture and build positive, strong and respectful relationships and connections    This is a wonderful opportunity to join our community-based preschool. Please send a cover letter detailing your experience and a up to date resume to Kylie the Director at director@lalorparkpreschool.org.au