Early Childhood Development Teacher

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Reddford House Blue Hills is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Development Teacher to join the school on a full-time, permanent basis from 1 January 2025. The successful candidate will promote the holistic development, progress, and wellbeing of young learners, creating a nurturing and engaging environment aligned with the ethos and standards of Inspired Education. This role plays a key part in establishing strong foundations for learning, ensuring every student is supported to achieve their full potential.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Teach within a Reggio-inspired environment and support child-centred learning.
• Establish a nurturing classroom climate that promotes active and meaningful engagement.
• Model professional conduct regarding punctuality, standards of work, behaviour, and homework.
• Evaluate, reflect on, and continually refine teaching practice.
• Participate in school and personal professional development initiatives.
• Teach extra lessons or extra-murals on two afternoons per week, as required.
• Produce high-quality learning resources for students.
• Respond to parent communication (email or telephone) within 24 hours.
• Demonstrate loyalty and professionalism across all facets of school life.
• Attend school events and special occasions as requested by the Head.
• Set and mark assessments and other forms of evaluation.
• Write report comments and maintain accurate learner records.
• Undertake any reasonable tasks as directed by the School Head or line manager.

• Ability to set clear expectations and stretch learners appropriately.
• Adaptable teaching style that incorporates feedback and reflection.
• Strong subject understanding and sound judgement of learning effectiveness.
• Excellent lesson preparation, planning, and assessment skills.
• Genuine care for student welfare and holistic development.
• Minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience.
• Confidence using ICT in teaching and learning.
• Experience with Reggio-inspired programmes and / or in a high-performing international school.
• University degree in a relevant field and certified teaching status / SACE registration.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Strong organisational skills and a positive, growth-focused mindset.
• Appropriate right to work.