Where are we in the ECEC wage increase negotiations process? – An Update – The Sector

20 November 2023
Six months ago, the early childhood education and care sector lodged an application with the Fair Work Commission to begin wage increase negotiations with a group of employer representatives.

Submission: ACCC Childcare Inquiry – September interim report

CCC and CELA welcome the draft findings and recommendations of the ACCC September interim report as part of the 2023 Childcare Inquiry.

Another ECEC wage negotiation milestone reached as enterprise bargaining kicks off – The Sector

27 October 2023
The Fair Work Commission has granted permission to allow the Unions to convene with employer groups to start ECEC wage negotiations.

I’m finding it hard to engage some educators in the programming and planning cycle, especially those who work part-time or casually. Any tips?

Question: I’m finding it hard to engage some educators in the programming and planning cycle, especially those who work part-time or casually. Any tips?

Answer:

Communicating the importance and benefits of programming and planning will help educators understand how it improves outcomes for children. This can increase educator buy-in and engagement in the planning cycle.
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We got our A&R notice this week. What can I expect as an educator? – The Sector

02 October 2023
An assessment and rating (A&R) notification can be an exciting time for an early childhood education and care (ECEC) service, but uncertainty around the process can make some educators feel nervous. 

Childcare fees may need to be capped to curb erosion of subsidies, ACCC says – The Guardian

01 October 2023
Watchdog’s latest report says childcare in Australia is ‘relatively less affordable for households than in most other OECD countries.
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