Early Childhood Educator
Little Swans
Staff at Little Swans are friendly and positive about the SWL program. Students interested in working with young children will find this placement to be very rewarding and enjoyable. The placement offers variety with students being able to be involved in a variety of the programs offered. This is a terrific chance for SWL students to learn what its like to be part of a modern, well resourced child care community. This employer may be looking to employ new staff in the future.
Skills You Might Learn
Students will gain hands-on practical experience while assisting staff with the children. The students will be working in real-life scenarios in a real life environment. The strengthening of communication skills is a large part of this placement as well as gaining confidence while helping manage and care for the children.
Typical Tasks & Duties
Students will work with Little Swans staff to assist them in their duties in relation to the various programs and activities. Students will be required to be an active participant in all workplace practises while being supervised by staff. Helping with games, music, dance and art are just some of the things students will be involved with during their placement.
Student Requirements
The students must have completed the OH&S module in WRS VM or else have begun the OH&S module in the relevant VET course.
Dress Requirements
Students are to wear neat casual dress appropriate for the work place. Footwear required is enclosed shoes and the workplace is sun smart so no singlet tops and a hat in summer.
Special Transport Requirements
Students will need to organise their own transport to work although there is a town bus service that may be useful.
RELATED COURSES INCLUDE
- CHC22015 - Certificate II in Community Services