Quality Area Four

The aim of Quality Area 4 under the National Quality Standard is to ensure the provision of qualified and experienced educators, coordinators and nominated supervisors who are able to develop warm, respectful relationships with children, create safe and predictable environments and encourage children’s active engagement in the learning program.

Staffing arrangements

Standard 4.1 - Staffing arrangements

Staffing arrangements enhance children's learning and development.

Element 4.1.1 - Organisation of educators

The organisation of educators across the service supports children's learning and development.

Element 4.1.2 - Continuity of staff

Every effort is made for children to experience continuity of educators at the service.

Standard 4.2 - Professionalism

Management, educators and staff are collaborative, respectful and ethical.

Element 4.2.1 - Professional collaboration

Management, educators and staff work with mutual respect and collaboratively, and challenge and learn from each other, recognising each other’s strengths and skills.

Element 4.2.2 - Professional standards

Professional standards guide practice, interactions and relationships.

Information obtained from: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/national-quality-standard/quality-area-4-staffing-arrangements