Early Childhood Educator

11 hours ago

Torquay, Australia Surf Coast Shire Council Full time

Reference NumberEarly Childhood Educator - Lorne Kindergarten
- Job TypePart Time
- PackageHourly rate dependent on level of experience

**Temporary part time, commencing in 2025**

**23 hours per week**

**Hourly rate dependent on level of experience**

**Your new career**:
If you are passionate about the education and care of young children and want to be part of an organisation that values the wellness, safety and education of children aged 0-5 years, we want to hear from you.

**Early Childhood Educator Hours**:
23 hours per week
18 hours contact time, plus 5 hours non-contact time (negotiable spread across the week)
**Contact time**:
Tuesday: 8:45am - 2:45pm
Wednesday: 8:45am - 2:45pm
Thursday: 8:45am - 2:45pm

**Our Kindergarten Educators**:

- Ensure the provision of a high quality education and care program that meets the approved learning frameworks and National Quality Standards set by the Victorian Government; and
- Support an inclusive and safe environment for children where innovation, creativity, active play and resilience are encouraged.

**What you will bring to the role**:
We are currently looking for an Early Childhood Educator who is compassionate, dedicated and driven to making a positive impact on the lives of our local community members and their families.

**To be successful in this role you will have**:

- Knowledge of early childhood development and practice
- Knowledge of approved learning frameworks, National Quality Framework and national law and regulations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

**Key selection criteria**
**Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements**:

- Minimum Certificate III in Children’s Services from an ACECQA approved training organisation.
- Demonstrated experience working with children and families.
- Experience in assisting in the development and implementation of an educational program in accordance with approved learning frameworks.
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and an understanding of how this impacts on daily practice.
- Excellent skills in verbal and written communication with children, staff and the wider community.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with all staff.
- Ability to manage risks and identify health and safety issues pertaining to workplace.
- A current level II First Aid qualification, including Asthma, Anaphylaxis and CPR.

**What you’ll love working with us**:
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

**For more information**:
More information on the Early Childhood Educator role, including accountabilities and key selection criteria can be found in the position descriptions above.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil these roles and would like further information, please contact **Vicki Taylor, Kindergarten Program Advisor** on **5261 0600.**

**How to apply**

Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

- cover letter
- statement addressing the selection criteria
- copy of your resume.

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