Early Childhood Educator (Cert III and Diploma)

• Casual Roles Available
• Band 3 and 4 salary from $40.07 to $45.87 per hour

The Role:

City of Ballarat have Girrabanya Integrated Children’s Services, Wendouree Children’s Centre, Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Children’s Centre, Rowan View children center and Djila-tjarriu Kindergarten programs.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dynamic Certificate III and Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our team.  

You will work under the direction of the Centre Coordinator, Educational Leader and Lead Educator 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.

About You:

The successful applicant(s) will hold and Early Childhood Qualification 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.

To Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is Sunday 17th 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 Melissa Lloyd, Coordinator Quality and Compliance on 0429 832 505 or melissalloyd@ballarat.vic.gov.au

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.