Qualified Early Childhood Educator - Melbourne, Australia - City of Melbourne

City of Melbourne

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Melbourne, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Career development opportunities & training programs:

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Full-Time Position:

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Employee discounts program/Optional ADO (9-day Fortnight):

$70,311
$81, % Superannuation (Salary negotiable on experience)

We are the City of Melbourne, a City of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.

We are rapidly transforming to meet the evolving challenges faced by a global city.

With a vision of being a leading organisation for a leading capital city, our mission is to create positive impact for our community.

Each day, we work with passion and purpose so that together we achieve incredible things.

Together we Make the Difference

How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne
The Qualified Early Childhood Educator provides high quality education and care for children accessing the service.

The Educator in this position will be guided by the Educational Leader, and shares responsibility for ensuring that the program reflects current best practice, and meets the individual needs of each child participating in the program.

Programs will be informed by 'Belonging, Being and Becoming' Early Years Learning Frameworks.

Currently this position is located at Lady Huntingfield Early Learning and Family Services Centre however, from time to time you may be required to work at our North Melbourne Children's Centre.

Both services are open 7.30am to 6.00pm.

Selection Criteria

Ability to demonstrate and display City of Melbourne Values accountability, integrity, courage, respect for self and others, and striving for excellence.
Diploma Children's Services qualification
Experience working in an Early Childhood Services environment with demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Framework, which includes the National Quality Standards, Early Years Learning Framework and Regulations
Current Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certificates that appear on the ACECQA approved qualification list.
Ability to engage ethically, and respect the diversity and abilities of children and families

In addition; the
Qualified Early Childhood Educator will ideally possess;

Willingness to take on responsibility of certified supervisor if required.
Ability to work across full hours of centre operation between 7.20am and 6.10pm, to, and to attend paid staff meetings and other centre directed activities out of working hours
Previous experience managing a small team
Proven ability to work effectively with children, families and staff to achieve the best outcomes for children

By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city.

Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.

To view the physical requirements of this position, please see below under Position Information.

How to apply

Attach your resume
Attach a separate cover letter (no more than one page)
Attach copies of your certified qualifications (under 'Other' Application Documents)

Please address your covering letter to
Michelle Maschio - Senior Centre Coordinator - Lady Huntingfield
Applications will be accepted up until

11:45pm, Sunday 10 September 2023.
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