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Minimising The Risk of Exposure Of COVID-19 In Early Childhood Settings

Minimising The Risk of Exposure Of COVID-19 In Early Childhood Settings New!

It's important that all Educators currently working in services to take care of their health and safety as well as others including children, parents and visitors. Services must do all that they can to minimise the risk of exposure of…
Precautionary Measures For Educators After Work To Minimise Spread Of Infection

Precautionary Measures For Educators After Work To Minimise Spread Of Infection New!

For Educators continuing to work, it's important that you look after your health and wellbeing along with those living with you. The following outlines the precautionary measures you should take when finishing work in order to ensure you don't spread…
Cleaning The Childcare Environment To Stop The Spread Of Infections

Cleaning The Childcare Environment To Stop The Spread Of Infections

The aim of environmental cleaning is to minimise the number of germs to reduce the spread of infection, that survive on surfaces in the education and care service.
Social Distancing In Early Childhood Services

Social Distancing In Early Childhood Services

Social distancing plays a key role in preventing the spread of coronavirus. This means putting space between people. When working with children, it will be difficult to maintain social distancing however there are strategies you can implement throughout the day.
Community Child Care Special Circumstances Fund

Community Child Care Special Circumstances Fund

The Community Child Care Fund (CCCF) includes Special Circumstances funding to support child care providers experiencing financial viability issues as a result of COVID-19, for example, withdrawals, reduced enrolments or service closures.
Responsibilities Of A Childcare Service When It Shuts Down Due To Coronavirus

Responsibilities Of A Childcare Service When It Shuts Down Due To Coronavirus

If your service closes due to COVID-19, it’s important to understand what your obligations are under Family Assistance Law and how you can apply for the Community Child Care Fund to cover business costs including wages.
Workplace Entitlements With The Outbreak Of Coronavirus

Workplace Entitlements With The Outbreak Of Coronavirus

The following outlines your workplace entitlements and obligations if you're affected by the outbreak of coronavirus.
Transporting Children Safely In Vehicles

Transporting Children Safely In Vehicles

Due to the unfortunate incidents of young children being left on buses which tragically resulted in the death of a 3-year-old boy, approved providers are encouraged to review their policies and procedures to ensure the safe transportation of children during…
Yearly Calendar of Cultural Celebrations

Yearly Calendar of Cultural Celebrations

As part of the children’s program, it’s important to undertake cultural celebrations in acknowledging rights and traditions. This yearly calendar has a variety of monthly cultural celebrations which can be acknowledged within the program and adapted to suit the needs…
Back Care While Working In An Early Childhood Service

Back Care While Working In An Early Childhood Service

One of the biggest hazards we face as early childhood Educators is back injuries. The amount of times we bend, stretch, lift throughout the day is endless and this can put a strain on your back, causing serious long term…
Having A Pet In An Early Childhood Service

Having A Pet In An Early Childhood Service

When children observe, interact and care for an animal it can provide an enriching experience and be a valuable part in learning about empathy, relationships and nature. It also teaches children about responsibility and nurture. Although there are many benefits…
Taking Time Off Work For Cultural and Religious Holidays

Taking Time Off Work For Cultural and Religious Holidays

Australia is a vibrant and multicultural nation boasting significant cultural and religious diversity, with workplaces across the country reflecting this diversity.
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