Diploma Early Childhood Educator

**Unique opportunity to be part of the first 3-year-old Early Learning Program in Tasmania.**:

- **Part-time including dedicated non-contact hours.**:

- **$30.59 per hour + salary packaging.**

**Your new role**:
This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the first 3-year-old Early Learning Program in Tasmania.

Based Davenport, you will enjoy a part-time role that combines on the floor time as dedicated non-contact time to support the program.

This brand-new program will operate Monday to Wednesday, and you will l support a team focused on nurturing children’s strengths, interests and social connections and teaching values that reflect the community - kindness, reliance and teamwork.

You will be well supported to succeed in your new role and have opportunities to grow and develop as part of the Tasmanian Early Learning team. A Service Leader/ECT will lead the program and support you to be part of the team of like minded professionals.

**Benefits of working at Uniting**:
In addition to a base hourly rate + super, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and the ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing **up to $15,900 in salary packaging** benefits, which can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing, streaming services, and much more.

With our **meal entertainment benefit of $2,650 annually,** you can save on dining out and drinks, making the most of your pre-tax dollars. At Uniting, you can also access the following:

- **Increase your annual leave entitlements** through our purchase leave program.
- Up to 10 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
- Opt in or out of public holidays and be respected for your unique background.
- Receive a **60% discount** on the childcare subsidy gap fee at Uniting Early Learning.

**Your skills and experience**:
You’re a skilled Diploma Qualified Educator with a track record supporting early learning programs

You will also bring with you:

- Demonstrated understanding of quality frameworks and continuous quality improvement processes.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of early childhood development and education.
- Demonstrated understanding of the Early Years Learning and Development Frameworks and National Quality Framework.

View the position description here.

**How to apply**:
Click **APPLY** to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly.

For any questions, please contact **Katie Wiseman,**Operations & Development Manager, on** 0488 237 275**during business hours.

**About Uniting**:
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.