Early Childhood

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN YOUR CERTIFICATE III or DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE (CHC50113)

Fairfield City Council has vacancies for enthusiastic and passionate Educators wishing to undertake a Certificate III or Diploma traineeship.

14 x Fulltime temporary roles

Reference Number: 2024.099 (Certificate III)

Reference Number:  2024.098 (Diploma)

THE POSITION: Fairfield City Council has a fantastic opportunity for you to work with experienced professionals while gaining or increasing your qualification. The role is for a period of up to 18 months for a Certificate III traineeship and 24 months for a Diploma traineeship.  You will combine work and training opportunities to gain a Certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care through TAFE NSW. The commencing salary is in accordance with the Local Government State Award.

Role Expectations

• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic, reliable and have a strong work ethic.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Have the ability to work as part of a team.
• Have a ‘can do’ attitude and drive to succeed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to study and course completion.
• Must be able to work rosters between 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
• Must be a permanent resident and over 18 years of age (legislative requirement).
• Have current driver’s licence, or have access to own transport.
• Hold a current Working with Children Check Number.

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Temporary positions are for periods of up to 18 months for a Certificate III and up to 24 months for a Diploma.  76 hours per fortnight.
• This positions are paid under the Traineeship Wage Rates, salary range is $803.30 per week.
• A uniform is provided
• 2 Health & Wellbeing Days annually
• Accumulative sick leave (15 days per year)
• Coaching and mentoring on line and face to face and additional training
• Access to Council’s Employee Assistance Program

Benefits of Working for Children & Family Services Include;

• Job security and stability
• Discounted access to Council’s Leisure Centres
• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities
• Ongoing support, advice and information on the sector and curriculum by our highly skilled educators
• Weekly study times are provided and monthly group networking opportunities with TAFE and other trainees
• Strong professional development culture, dedicated focus on your personal and professional development
• Generous budgets for resources and Professional development
• Professional development tailored to you, including coaching and mentoring online and face-to-face and additional training
• Unique accessibility to speech pathologists and Occupational therapists – We are an NDIS provider
• Management structure, a strong focus on the provision of quality education for children

FURTHER CONTACTS:  Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Children & Family Services on 9725 0393.

CLOSING DATE:  The closing date is Sunday 27 October 2024,11.59pm. However early applications are encouraged as we will conduct interviews and recruit before the closing date for those who submit early.

HOW TO APPLY:  Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the Position Description. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council’s Website. To apply online visit Council’s website www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.