Early Childhood Educator - Diploma

Why you'll love the role:

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 at Joyce Avenue Children's Centre, Greensborough.

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. You’ll ensure the care and education program aligns with the Early Childhood Services Philosophy, whilst ensuring a child-safe environment and contributing to a culture of child safety by fulfilling the responsibilities and requirements of Council’s Child Safe Policy and procedures.

You’ll work in a supportive team, collaborating with families to ensure each child's individual needs are met, building strong relationships with the team, children, and families.

Creating a safe, supportive, and protective environment for all children, where their well- being is prioritised, you’ll be vigilant in identifying and responding to any potential risks, maintain clear policies on child protection, and adhere to guidelines that promote safety and respect.

The successful candidate will be required to work from Monday to Friday working a rotating roster starting at 6:45am with shifts through to 6:15pm

What you'll bring - skills, experience and certificates:

Skills and Experience:

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

Mandatory Pre-employment screenings:

• Drivers license.
• Medical Check.
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).
• Working with Children’s Check.

We offer:

• A permanent full-time role.
• Salary in the range $71,285.28 to $75,523.62 per annum plus super.
• Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangements – with a monthly RDO.
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer and 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
• Study assistance.
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities.
• Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport.

How to apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter setting out your achievements, skills and experience aligned to the key selection criteria in the position description.

For more information about this position please view the position description. If you have any questions about the position or wish to discuss the opportunity, please contact Amanda Polan on 0418 910 043 for a confidential conversation.

Applications close: 23 May 2025 at 11.45 PM

Why choose Banyule? At Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team, lead and support preparedness response and recovery of emergency management activities and contribute to the success of an organisation that values its people.

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 emailemployment@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.

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.