Early Childhood Educator

• Fulltime, 6-month Maternity Leave role Jan-June
• Band 4 Salary from $68,083.60 + super
• Located at Wendouree Children’s Centre

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join Council’s Wendouree Children’s Centre team.

You will work under the direction of the Centre Coordinator, Team Leader and Educational Leader to collaborate as a team of early childhood professionals to work within the National Quality Framework.  

With an outstanding reputation for innovative and responsive programs, City of Ballarat Children’s Services provide an excellent opportunity for educators to grow and make their mark in the early childhood field.  

A commitment to teamwork is essential to ensure the provision of quality education and care in a safe, secure, stimulating and healthy environment. 

The successful applicant will be Diploma qualified and have an understanding of the Children’s Services Regulations and Early Years Frameworks. 

With a genuine interest in meeting the needs of children and their families you will demonstrate an ability to support a holistic approach to the care, education and development of children that reflects an awareness of the wellbeing of children in your care. 

Strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of and respect for diverse social and cultural values and attitudes in relation to caring for children are crucial skills we’re looking for in the successful applicant.

This position is a 6 month maternity leave cover from January 2025 - June 2025. 

To Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 25th November, 2024. 

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and answer screening questions based on the key selection criteria 

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check. 

Contact:

For any additional questions, please contact Renee Harvey, Coordinator Wendouree Children’s Centre on 5329 1626.

The City of Ballarat is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and flexibility. We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.  We support flexible and accessible working arrangements for all and are committed to ensuring that all jobs in our workforce can be performed flexibly. If you're short listed for a role and are looking for flexibility, we encourage you to start the flexible working conversation with the hiring manager to find out what options may be possible for the role you're applying for.