This episode, we’re taking a look at one of the biggest frustrations out there in the sector - recruitment and retention. With subsidies flowing and the market-model growing, Australia’s early education sector needs more educators and teachers than ever before. But with TAFEs and Unis producing less graduates, and turnover rates not getting any better, we seem to be facing a growing crisis in how to actually ensure professional and qualified educators are working in services.
To discuss all these issues, and more, Lisa and Liam are joined by Melissa Armstrong. Mel is the Director of Hamilton’s, a recruitment organisation based in NSW. Mel has a background as an Early Childhood Educator and Teacher, including working as a Centre Director.
Find the full shownotes at earlyeducationshow.com.
Liam’s Early Education Journey
The ACCC Inquiry
The Early Years Strategy
2022 Year in Review
Exploring the NQS - Overview Episode
Quality Area 7: Leadership and service management (Exploring the NQS)
Element 7.2.3 Development of professionals (Exploring the NQS)
Element 7.2.2 Educational leadership (Exploring the NQS)
Element 7.2.1 Continuous improvement (Exploring the NQS)
Element 7.1.3 Roles and responsibilities (Exploring the NQS)
Element 7.1.2 Management systems (Exploring the NQS)
Element 7.1.1 Service philosophy and purpose (Exploring the NQS)
Quality Area 6: Collaborative partnerships with families and communities (Exploring the NQS)
Element 6.2.3 Community engagement (Exploring the NQS)
Element 6.2.2 Access and participation (Exploring the NQS)
Element 6.2.1 Transitions (Exploring the NQS)
Element 6.1.3 Families are supported (Exploring the NQS)
Element 6.1.2 Parent views are respected (Exploring the NQS)
Element 6.1.1 Engagement with the service (Exploring the NQS)
Quality Area 5: Relationships with children (Exploring the NQS)
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
The Meaningful Life with Andrew G. Marshall
The No-Frills Teacher Podcast
Heal, Survive & Thrive!
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast