Educator Requirements

• Be physically and emotionally able to care for young children.
• Create a safe, secure, welcoming and child friendly environment that will support the development and learning of all young children.
• Demonstrate an enthusiasm and genuine commitment for the wellbeing of all children.
• Work independently with the support of At Home Family Day Care Scheme Coordination Unit.
• Have sound management and organisational skills.
• Communicate effectively with adults and children.
• Have an understanding of children’s development.
• Be aware of and sensitive to the needs and values of all parents and children.
• Have an appreciation of cultural and family diversity.
• Commit to ongoing professional development that At Home Family Day Care sets upon them.
• Financially run a small business

Regulatory Requirements and Schemes Requirements for Educators are:

• A valid Working with Children Check Blue Card (FDC)

• All adult household members including family must have a valid Working with Children Check Blue Card (AO)
• Minimum Certificate 3 level in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113 (completed, enrolled, with progress reports or equivalent – for a list of approved qualifications visit this link  ACECQA qualifications)
• First Aid Certificate, Emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management Training (Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an education and care setting HLTAID012 – this course combines all)
• Satisfactory First and Final Home Safety check
• Public Liability Insurance – renewed yearly
• ABN Number
• AFP Police Check
• Adequate toys, equipment and resources
• Health and Safety – Regulations and Standards ensure that your home and garden are hygienic and safe for all the children.
• Skills and knowledge competency of National Regulations, Standards and Child Development.
• Pool/Spa safety certificate where applicable
• Roadworthy / Safety certificate on Cars not under new care warranty
• Car Restraint Check on all restraints – completed through our Practice Mentors
• Child Protection Training
• Food Safety Certificate
• Medical Certificate from your regular Doctor – completed on a yearly basis
• Working Computer and Printer.
• Mobile Phone