Early Childhood Teacher

• 2 x Permanent Part-Time
• 1 x Temporary Part-Time
• 24.75 hours per week

We are seeking qualified Early Childhood Educators with a degree in Early Childhood Education to deliver a high-quality educational program tailored to the needs of children aged 3 to 5 at various locations.

Our community of educators are passionate about Early Childhood Education and advocating for best practices & continuous improvement in Early Years.

We welcome and embrace diversity, cultural awareness, inclusion, acceptance, equity and the right to the same opportunities for all children, families and community members. This includes a greater understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander’s ways of knowing and being.

About the role:

These roles involve overseeing the education and care of preschool children aged 3-5 years by delivering an innovative and culturally sensitive program that supports their overall development. This includes ensuring safe, high-quality, and well-planned care in accordance with relevant regulations and frameworks, such as the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010, the National Regulations 2011, the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, and the National Quality Framework.

Skills, experience and certificates:

• Tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education (Degree in Early Childhood) or qualifications deemed appropriate by the Australian Early Childhood Association are minimum requirements.
• Knowledge of the Education and Care Service National Regulations 2011 and Education and Care Service National Law Act 2010
• Community language is highly desirable
• Awareness of cultural needs of families.
• Effective communication with families, professionals, and people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.
• Conflict management skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Essential:

• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate and Anaphylaxis.
• Asthma Prevention and Management Certificates and CPR.
• Mandatory Reporting certificate

How to apply:

For more information about this position please view the position description. To discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Kathy De Silva Tel: (03) 3242 3422 or Amani El-Haouli Tel: (03) 9422 8393 for a confidential conversation

Applications close: Friday, 3 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
• Monthly and fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)
• 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.