Assistant Coordinator and Pedagogical Leader - West Melbourne, Australia - Uniting Vic

Uniting Vic

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West Melbourne, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no: 510488

Work type:
Permanent Full Time

Location:
Melbourne West

Categories:
Early Learning

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Leading community services organisation:

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Salary packaging, and competitive sector remuneration:

Full-time role based in Collingwood

About the opportunity

The Assistant Coordinator & Pedagogical Lead will be responsible for providing an environment which reflects a safe, inclusive, responsive and support program where the interests and needs of the child are the foundation for the creation of the educational programs.
The successful incumbent for this role will also provide effective leadership to a team of dedicated childcare professionals, and have a commitment to participating in ongoing reflective practice and continuous improvement.
You will also:
Adhere to, lead and monitor the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Law Act and Regulations, the Kindergarten Funding Guidelines, the National Quality Standards Framework, Child Safe Standards and organisational policies and procedures.
To assume the tasks and responsibilities associated with the Co-Ordinator role in their absence.
Influence, inspire, motivate, affirm, challenge and enrich the curriculum and pedagogy implemented by the teachers and educators.
Work collaboratively as part of a large passionate professional team, involving expertise, inquiry and critical reflection to ensure the provision of quality Early Childhood programs at Rupert Street Uniting Early Learning
Provide an environment which reflects a safe, inclusive, responsive and supportive program where the interests and needs of the child are the foundation for the creation of the educational programs.
Demonstrate a commitment to participating in ongoing reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Provide effective leadership promoting a positive organisational culture and builds a professional learning community

View the full position description here.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:
A minimum of a Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent as approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Authority
ACECQA)
A current employee Working with Children Check
First aid training as prescribed in the Education and Care Services National Regulations, including first aid, anaphylaxis management and emergency asthma management.
Extensive experience in a childcare and / or other early childhood service providing high quality care and education services for children.
Demonstrated prior experience in a leadership role in an early childhood education and care setting.
Have a sound knowledge and understanding of contemporary early childhood theories and evidence

How to apply

Cover letter (1 page outlining your suitability according to the position description)
Current resume (no more than 3 pages).

Applications close on Friday the 19th May 2023

Get in touch

For more information regarding this position, please contact

About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
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Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability._

Advertised: 17 Apr 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 19 May 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time