Early Childhood Educator, Room Leader

1 day ago

Ballarat, Australia Federation University Australia Full time

Responsible for providing programs which meet the needs, strengths and interests of the children in their care at Federation University Children’s Centre.
- Commercial Services - Mt Helen Campus
- Full-time, continuing appointment
- HEW 4 - $70,530 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

Position closing date: 08/12/2024

Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.

With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.

About the role

The Early Childhood Educator, Room Leader is responsible for providing programs which meet the needs, strengths and interests of the children in their care at Federation University Children’s Centre at the My Helen Campus

You will:- take responsibility for a group of up to 22 children between 6 weeks and five years of age;- be a positive role model to co-workers, children, students and families and participate in staff meetings, professional development and parent meetings; and- maintain and update children’s records and ensure the timely and proper completion of all appropriate forms, documents and records.

About you

The Early Childhood Educator, Room Leader provides close supervision of, and delegates to, Early Childhood Educator, Certificate III, students and volunteers. The position is also expected to be innovative and imaginative in the use and maintenance of resources to provide stimulating and original programs to suit the age groups under their care.

You will possess:
- knowledge and understanding of early childhood development and the ability to convey acceptance of and sensitivity to family and children’s values and needs;- knowledge of health and safety requirements specific to Early Childhood Education;- organisational, writing and effective communication skills, including conflict resolution skills; and- ability to lead a team, delegate tasks, supervise others and work as part of a team.

All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages.

Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant.

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