Salary: $52,838.00 - $107,692.00

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Surf Coast Shire Early Years Centres

Job Category: Early Years Development

Job Description

Surf Coast Shire Council is looking to fill three Early Childhood Educator - Lunch Cover opportunities at:

- Kurrambee Myaring Kindergarten
- Jan Juc Pre School
- Lorne Kindergarten

If you are passionate about the education and care of young children and want to be part of an organisation that values the wellness, safety and education of children aged 0-5 years, we want to hear from you.

Your new career

Our Kindergarten Educators

- Ensure the provision of a high-quality education and care program that meets the approved learning frameworks and National Quality Standards set by the Victorian Government; and
- Support an inclusive and protected environment for children where innovation, creativity, active play and resilience are encouraged.

Position One - Early Childhood Educator at Kurrambee Myaring Kindergarten Hours

11.5 hours per week

Contact time

Monday 11:00am to 2:00pm

Tuesday 10:30am to 2:00pm

Wednesday 11:00am to 1:30pm

Thursday 11:30am to 2:00pm

Position Two - Early Childhood Educator at Jan Juc Pre School

8 hours per week

Contact time

Monday 10:30am to 2:30pm

Tuesday 10:30am to 2:30pm

Position Three - Early Childhood Educator - Bush Kinder at Lorne Kindergarten Hours

3.5 hours per week

3.5 hours contact time (as below)

Contact time

Tuesday 11:30am to 2:30pm

Successful candidates in these role may be eligible for Victorian Government financial incentives. Find out more at: https://www.vic.gov.au/financial-support-study-and-work-early-childhood

What You Will Bring To The Role

We are looking for Early Childhood Educators who are compassionate, dedicated and driven to making a positive impact on the lives of our local community members and their families.

To Thrive In These Role You Will Have

- Knowledge of early childhood development and practice




- Knowledge of approved learning frameworks, National Quality Framework and national law and regulations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Mandatory Qualifications, Experience And Requirements

- Minimum of a Certificate III in Children’s Services from an ACECQA approved training organisation
- Demonstrated experience working with children and families
- Experience in assisting in the development and implementation of an educational program in accordance with approved learning frameworks
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and an understanding of how this impacts on daily practice
- Excellent skills in verbal and written communication with children, staff and the wider community
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with all staff
- Ability to manage risks and identify health and safety issues pertaining to workplace
- Mandatory Reporting Training certificate completed annually
- Mandatory Child Safety training, both Foundation and Advanced
- A current level II First Aid qualification, including Asthma, Anaphylaxis and CPR.

For more information

More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the Position Descriptions on our website – [ Position Description ]

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Rachael Clarke, Team Leader Kindergarten Programs on 5261 0600.

What You’ll Love Working With Us

Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.

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