For educators qualified in early childhood education and care, family day care offers both personal and professional benefits.
The home-based model of family day care allows small group settings and the ability to
work from home, set flexible working hours and fees, and have one-on-one interactions with children.
As an accredited family day care provider with more than 30 years of experience, Windermere Child and Family Services is well-versed in working with children.
Educators who partner with Windermere benefit from wide-ranging support including access to an after-hours emergency number.
While Windermere ensures that all checks and balances are in place, their educators receive payment for the hours worked even if families haven’t paid.
This allows educators to focus on delivering personalised care and building positive relationships with families.
Jo Pierce, named Regional Educator of the Year at the 2023 Family Day Care Australia Awards, appreciates this support, as it enables her to nurture the valued relationships she has built with families.
“I feel very supported and appreciate they handle all the financial aspects,” she says.
“I have the confidence to tell families to reach out to Windermere with any questions.”
On an ongoing basis, Windermere also offers mentoring or coaching to develop knowledge and skills to run a successful and sustainable business, and assistance with marketing and financial compliance.
Aimee Keays, who joined hands with Windermere three years ago, values the collaborative nature of the partnership.
“Windermere handles all the administrative tasks, immunisations, and helps with risk assessments related to allergies and health conditions,” she says.
“Having families enrol through them is an easy process.”
Want to become a family day care educator? Call 1300 946 337 or visit windermere.org.au.
