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Responsible Person Of The Service - Role and Responsibilities

Responsible Person Of The Service - Role and Responsibilities New!

A Responsible Person in an early childhood service is a legally required designation under the Education and Care Services National Law. They must always be present or available during operating hours to ensure compliance, safety, and effective management of the…
Wellbeing Isn’t a Theme Day — It’s the Job Design

Wellbeing Isn’t a Theme Day — It’s the Job Design New!

Educator wellbeing has often been treated as something extra: a yoga session after work, a themed “wellbeing Wednesday,” or a motivational slogan pinned to the staffroom wall. While these gestures may lift spirits momentarily, they don’t address the underlying pressures…
Sleep Circles - Arranging Beds In A Circle During Sleep and Rest Time

Sleep Circles - Arranging Beds In A Circle During Sleep and Rest Time New!

Sleep circles are not just about calming rituals, they also involve a deliberate physical arrangement. Instead of placing beds or mats randomly around the room, educators set them in a circle or consistent orientation. This layout creates a sense of…
Toilet Learning as Learning: What Educators Need to Know

Toilet Learning as Learning: What Educators Need to Know New!

AERO has named toilet learning as part of the Early Childhood Learning Trajectories. By naming toilet learning as part of learning trajectories, they’ve shifted it from being seen as a “readiness milestone” that children eventually reach, to being understood as…
Services Must Demonstrate Compliance and Quality Every Day

Services Must Demonstrate Compliance and Quality Every Day New!

Not just when an assessment visit is scheduled, centres must embed compliance and quality into daily practice. This means being assessment‑ready at all times, with current documentation, consistent staff awareness, and evidence of continuous improvement.
Strengthened Assessment and Rating Process

Strengthened Assessment and Rating Process New!

From 1 July 2026, NSW early childhood education and care services will undergo a strengthened Assessment and Rating process, with year‑round monitoring, continuous improvement, and service readiness requirements becoming mandatory. Authorised officers will place greater emphasis on ongoing engagement with…
Child Safety in Crisis: From Policies to Real Protection

Child Safety in Crisis: From Policies to Real Protection New!

Australia has once again been confronted by shocking childcare cases that expose systemic failures in safeguarding.
Ratios Must Change: Protecting Children First

Ratios Must Change: Protecting Children First New!

Early childhood services are meant to be a place of safety, trust, and nurturing. Yet recent cases in Sydney — including a daycare worker charged with over 120 offences allegedly involving more than 120 children, and an OOSH employee jailed…
Protected Disclosures in NSW Early Childhood Education

Protected Disclosures in NSW Early Childhood Education

Protected disclosures are a vital safeguard in early childhood services. They ensure educators, staff, and families can raise concerns about wrongdoing without fear of reprisal. The NSW Protected Disclosures Act 2022 and the Model Policy require approved providers to adopt…
Educational Leader Allowance and Non-Contact Time

Educational Leader Allowance and Non-Contact Time

Educational leaders play a crucial role in their early childhood service by ensuring that the educational program aligns with best practices and supports the holistic development of children. As per the Children's Services Award, educational leaders are given a yearly…
Retained Minimum Rates: Pay Protection After the 1 July 2026 Increases

Retained Minimum Rates: Pay Protection After the 1 July 2026 Increases

For some long-serving staff, the new Award minimum after the 1 July 2026 increase is still lower than the Award minimum, they were entitled to on 28 February 2026. To stop these staff from taking a pay cut, FWC introduced…
Levels For Childcare Wages

Levels For Childcare Wages

The Children’s Services Award has 8 clear levels. These levels make it easier to understand where you fit, based on your experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Each level links directly to the minimum wage you’re entitled to, giving educators a straightforward…
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