Considering a Career as a Family Day Care Educator?

Join Our Supportive Community

At Excellence in Care, we are a privately owned and family operated business dedicated to providing a clear, friendly, and supportive educational service to our educators. We believe our educators are fundamental to our success—so why not join our family?

Make a Meaningful Impact

If you enjoy the company of children and want to make a difference in their lives, then family day care might be the perfect fit for you. Not only will you offer quality care, but you will also create enriching learning experiences from the comfort of your own home. Ultimately, this opportunity allows you to impact children's lives positively while enjoying the flexibility of working in your own space.

Emphasising the Family Aspect

We prioritise the ‘Family’ in Family Day Care, extending this philosophy not only to the children but also to their parents and our Home-Based Educators. Furthermore, when you join Excellence in Care, you become part of a family that values support, friendship, community, and professionalism. In addition, this commitment fosters an environment where everyone can thrive and feel connected.

Benefits of Being an Educator

As an Educator, you will:

• Choose Your Working Hours: Enjoy flexibility that suits your lifestyle.
• Earn a Rewarding Income: Work from home while receiving fair compensation.
• Access Professional Development: Participate in training that enhances your skills and leads to formal qualifications.
• Provide Socialisation Opportunities: Create valuable learning experiences for your own child/children.
• Receive Comprehensive Support: Benefit from ongoing training, regular visits, and monthly meetings.
• Maintain Records: Keep track of child, financial, and administrative documents.
• Use HubWorks Software: Get in-house training on our all-in-one software for attendance, invoicing, and accounting.
• Achieve Recognition: Join our service and be recognised as an educator who meets the ‘Exceeding National Quality Standard’ (NQS).

Join Us and Make a Difference

Become part of Excellence in Care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while being part of a supportive community!

Join the Family of Local Family Day Care Professionals

Become part of a vibrant community of Family Day Care professionals in your area who are committed to delivering quality care. In addition, by joining us, you’ll connect with like-minded individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact. Moreover, this supportive network will empower you to share experiences and grow together as educators.

What Support Will You Receive?

Our experienced and qualified staff in the Family Day Care Coordination Unit is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Here’s what you can expect:

• Personalised Support: Enjoy regular visits to your home for tailored advice and assistance.
• Quality Assurance: Join a service rated "Exceeding National Quality Standards," ensuring high-quality care.
• Organised Play Sessions: Participate in engaging play sessions designed for children.
• Ongoing Support: Benefit from continuous phone, email, and face-to-face support whenever you need it.
• Comprehensive Training: Receive orientation training, regular in-service training, and help with further education.
• Child Placement Assistance: Get support with finding suitable placements for children in your care.
• Local Advertising: Access promotional resources to help advertise your service effectively.
• Promotional Materials: Receive a free lawn sign and car magnets to enhance your visibility.
• Online Advertising: Gain exposure on Facebook, our website, and enjoy improved Google ranking.
• Professional Development Training: Gain access to our FREE training program, RARE, designed to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Advocacy: We advocate on your behalf for better industry standards to protect our service's reputation in the community.
• Business Guidance: Get valuable advice on business management and professional conduct, including conflict resolution.
• Administrative Support: Rely on us for administrative assistance to streamline your processes.
• Exclusive Online Resources: Access a private online area for Excellence in Care educators, featuring discussions, advice, craft ideas, programming templates, observation templates, and essential forms and policies.
• HubWorks! Training: Receive training for using the HubWorks! software effectively.

A Unique Approach to Family Day Care

By putting ‘Family’ back into Family Day Care, our approach sets us apart from other schemes. We prioritise caring for and supporting our educators to ensure they provide the best services for our children. Together, we can make a meaningful difference!

Educator Requirements

Before you begin your journey as a Family Day Care Educator, we will guide you through the essential requirements, certifications, and safety measures necessary to ensure the highest quality of care. Although the screening and certification process may seem thorough, at Excellence in Care, we’re here to support you every step of the way to meet national standards. As a Family Day Care Educator, you are responsible for fulfilling the following requirements:

Insurance and Certifications

• Public Liability Insurance: Maintain coverage up to $10 million to protect yourself and the families you serve.
• First Aid Certification: Keep an accredited Senior First Aid Certificate current, including training in Asthma and Anaphylaxis management, as well as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Background Checks and Safety

• Blue Card Requirements: Hold a positive notice blue card and letter. Additionally, all adult occupants and regular visitors in your home must also have current blue cards and letters.
• Safe Environment: Ensure a safe and hygienic family day care environment, which includes the condition of your premises and all play and care equipment.

Educational Qualifications and Development

• Minimum Certification: Hold at least a Certificate III in Children’s Services to demonstrate your foundational knowledge and skills.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development and participate in in-service training to continually enhance your skills.

Compliance and Record Keeping

• Occupational Health and Safety: Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety requirements to ensure a safe environment.
• Family Day Care Policies: Comply with all Family Day Care Policies and Procedures to maintain service standards.
• Incident Reporting: Follow the correct procedures for treating and reporting incidents to ensure transparency and safety.
• Legislative Compliance: Abide by all State and Federal legislative requirements relevant to Family Day Care.

Emergency Preparedness and Planning

• Emergency Procedures: Implement correct fire and emergency evacuation procedures when necessary to protect the children in your care.
• Record Keeping: Meet all relevant ATO and record-keeping obligations to maintain compliance.
• Activity Planning: Regularly program and plan activities, including completing observations on children in your care to track their development.

By fulfilling these requirements, you’ll contribute to a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for the children you care for.

For more information on becoming an Excellence in Care Family Day Care Educator, please contact our office to arrange an initial appointment.