Early Childhood Educator - Diploma

• Permanent full-time position
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Friendly, supportive team and leadership
• Supportive team environment

We are seeking a Diploma qualified, Early Childhood Educator to ensure the provision of a high-quality, innovative educational program that meets the individual needs of children aged from birth to 6 years.

About the Role:

As an Early Childhood Educator, you will provide a high-quality, innovative educational program that meets the individual needs of children aged from birth to six years. This role will also ensure the care and education program aligns with the Early Childhood Services Philosophy. You are required to ensure a child-safe environment and contribute to a culture of child safety by fulfilling the responsibilities and requirements of Council’s Child Safe Policy and procedures.

The successful candidate will be required to work according to the weekly rotating roster, with shifts starting from 6:45 a.m. through to 6:15 p.m. over a 4-week rotation. Shifts are rostered for 8 hours a day, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break and monthly RDOs.

Skills, experience and certificates:

Required Certificates:

• Early Childhood Qualification as recognised under Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011 – Diploma.
• Current, recognised First Aid and Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates.
• Level 2 First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificate, with updates completed in the last 12 months.

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Law Act (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Mandatory Reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development theories.
• Ability to maintain records and write reports relating to program goals and child development.
• Awareness of the diverse cultural needs of families.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment and a positive approach to shared decision-making.
• Understanding and commitment to Banyule City Council’s Values.

Mandatory Pre-employment screenings:

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).
• Working with Children’s Check
• Functional Capacity Check

How to apply:

For more information about this position please view the position description. To discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Amanda Polan Tel: 0481 910 043 or Zara Anderson Tel: (03) 9433 7747 for a confidential conversation.

Applications close: Sunday, 26 January 2025 at 11.45 PM

Why choose Banyule?

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email employment@banyule.vic.gov.au.

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

We offer:

• Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangements
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer and 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner
• Study assistance (permanent employees)
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities
• Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present, and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.