Kindergarten Teacher

Overview

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The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) vision is "A world where all kids thrive". As a cornerstone of the Melbourne Children's Campus, RCH partners with key institutions to deliver paediatric care and education. RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years and provides a full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services, including tertiary and quaternary care. The hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds, with extensive clinical activity annually.

RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards and to a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. Further information about RCH is available here.

About the Role

This is a permanent position at 76 per fortnight within Early Learning. You will lead the provision of high-quality early childhood education and care, developing positive relationships with children, families, educators and the community. You will lead a team of educators to implement a developmentally based curriculum that meets the needs of children, in accordance with the service's philosophy, procedures and policies. The role operates within a team environment and reports to the Manager.

What You'll Achieve

• Lead a team of educators in the preparation, implementation and reflection of the curriculum cycle for individual and groups of children, with reference to the EYLF and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Guide co-educators in the use of effective teaching strategies, including intentional teaching and reflective practice.
• Advocate for the importance of high quality early education in the community, and build connections with local resources/networks/organisations.
• Maintain positive communication with families, children, educators and other hospital staff at all times.
• Respect children's rights, and engage them in shared decision-making.

Your Skills and Experience

• Working understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and its application, plus knowledge of the National Quality Standards, Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations 2011, and Code of Ethics; and the implications of these in practice.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, including planning, implementation and reflection of the curriculum cycle.
• Well-developed communication and organisational skills with a flexible approach to service provision.
• Interpersonal skills and a positive approach to working with children, families, educators, other professionals and the community.
• Ability to contribute to a productive team culture and to provide appropriate role modelling.

About Early Learning

The Royal Children's Hospital Early Learning is registered for 159 equivalent full-time children between 6 weeks and 5 years of age. Places are allocated to RCH employees; our Kindergarten is open to the wider community. We are an Exceeding accredited service, utilizing hospital and community resources within the City of Melbourne.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take-home pay.
• Culture of continuous improvement.

Other Requirements

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Valid Working with Children Check and VIT.
• Compliance with RCH's Staff Immunisation – Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases procedure.

Application Process

To apply, please provide a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the position description. Shortlisting will commence immediately, so apply promptly.

For more information about this position please contact Courtney Caligiore, Acting Manager, Ph: 9345 5370, courtney.caligiore@rch.org.au.

Why work at the RCH?

RCH offers world-class facilities, a positive culture and opportunities to grow within a leading children's hospital. We provide discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and a comprehensive health and wellbeing program. The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI community members, and people with disability.

It is a requirement of employment to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, and influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in line with public health orders. Vaccination information may be collected in line with policy. Employment may require compliance with directions to be vaccinated against other diseases, unless exempted.

Are you ready to join our team? Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button.

Application Details

Applications close: 17 September 2025

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