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Kindergarten Teacher - Edithvale Family and Children’s Centre

Posted by Kingston City Council on 08 May 2025

**Organisation**

Kingston City Council

**Closing date**

20.05.2025

**Primary role**

Early Childhood Teacher

**Position type**

Fixed-Term-Contract

**Location**

Edithvale

**State**

VIC

**Description**

**Are you someone who is caring and creative, eager to inspire the next generation? We are seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher to join our vibrant community at the City of Kingston.**
- **Temporary contract opportunity commencing in June for 12 months**:

- **Band 5, $79,015 - $90,992 (pro rata) per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation**:

- **Location: Edithvale Family and Children's Centre**

**We have the following position available**: 1 x Part time - Early Childhood Teacher working _(Monday and Tuesday 8 hours contact, Wednesday 6.5 hours non-contact)_ **About the team** The City of Kingston operates three Family and Children's Centres in Carrum, Edithvale and Parkdale with our Edithvale Centre proudly holding an “Exceeding” rating under the National Quality Standard. We value a team environment that is experienced, compassionate, and supportive and you’ll find a supportive, hands-on senior management team that truly values your unique contributions and empowers you to thrive. **What we can offer you**
- _Excellent Pay and Conditions_
- _Paid School Holidays Off:_ Enjoy time off during school holidays
- _Team Teaching Environment:_ Collaborate with a supportive and experienced team.




- _Professional Development:_ Paid opportunities for professional growth and attendance at our annual conference.
- _Career Progression:_ Opportunities for career development within our organisation.
- _Dedicated Educational Leader & Inclusive Practice Coordinator:_ Receive guidance and support in your role.
- _Wellbeing Initiatives:_ Access to programs and resources that prioritise your mental and physical wellbeing, ensuring a balanced work-life environment.

**A bit about the role** The role involves working collaboratively with another Early Childhood Teacher and a team of experienced educators, to develop and implement an engaging program that fosters young children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. You will guide children's curiosity and foundational skills, helping them build confidence and a love for learning during their most formative years. **In this role you will**:

- Supervise Educators: Oversee the work of Early Years Educators.
- Supervise Children: Ensure the safety of every child by supervising their activities at all times
- Build relationships: Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with children, families and other team members
- Create Routines: Set up effective daily routines and systems
- Develop Curriculum: Plan, carry out,



and assess the children's learning activities
- Work Together: Collaborate with leaders, coworkers, families, children, and the community
- Adhere to the requirements of the National Quality Standards and framework, Regulations and EYLF
- Program Implementation: Assist in the implementation of high-quality children’s programs that respond to individual strengths and interests of children, families, and staff.

**Your Skills and Experience** As a passionate, caring and nurturing individual, you will have a solid passion for Early Childhood education along with the following;
- Minimum Qualification: Bachelor of Early Childhood (0-8)
- Clearances: VIT Registration
- First Aid Certification: Level 2 First Aid, including Asthma & Anaphylaxis management and CPR
- Curriculum Knowledge: Solid understanding of the expectations of the Victorian and National Curriculum Frameworks, National Quality Standards and the current Regulations.
- Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours (where applicable)
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Optional - full time employees only)
- Purchase leave options
- Career development opportunities,
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Social club events
- Free Onsite parking

**Requirements**:
VIT Registration

**Industrial Agreement/Award**

Individual EBA

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📌 Kindergarten Teacher - Edithvale Family and Children’s Centre
🏢 Kingston City Council
📍 Edithvale