Early Childhood Educator

6 days ago


Torquay, Australia Surf Coast Shire Council Full time

Job TypePart Time

**1 x Permanent Part Time - 35.5 hours per week (4YO) - Kurrambee Myaring Kindergarten - Torquay**

**Salary dependent on level of experience**

**Who we are**

At Surf Coast Shire Council we care about our people and our community, and we exist to support both to thrive. We are a region full of spectacular coastline, scenic rainforests, rural hinterland and magnificent beaches, not to mention the Great Ocean Road, one of the tourist draw cards of Australia. The Surf Coast is among the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria.

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. They enjoy a supportive and connected culture, training and development opportunities, free staff onsite parking and much more.

**Your New Career**

We are seeking an Early Childhood Educator to ensure the provision of a high quality education and care program that meets the approved learning frameworks and National Quality Standards. The successful applicant will support an inclusive and safe environment for children where innovation, creativity, active play and resilience are encouraged.

Early Childhood Educator (4YO) - Kurrambee Myaring Kindergarten - Torquay
35.5 hours per week (28 hours contact time plus 7.5 hours non-contact time)

Monday, 8.00am - 4.30pm
Tuesday, 8.00am - 4.30pm
Wednesday, 8.00am - 4.30pm
Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm
Friday, 8.00am - 11.30pm (Planning)

**What you will bring to the role**
We are looking for an Educator who:

- Has a strong understanding of child development and is able to create environments for children that provide them with the opportunity to play, explore, experiment, problem solve, think critically and use their imaginations.
- Values the development of trusting, respectful and responsive relationships with the children, their families and colleagues.

**Mandatory Requirements (Skills & Experience)**
- Minimum of a Certificate lll in Children’s Services from an approved training organisation as approved by ACECQA.
- Demonstrated experience working with children and families.
- Experience in assisting in the development and implementation of an educational program.
- A current level ll first aid qualification, including CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma (or ability to undertake before start date).

**Working for us**

Surf Coast Shire Council is committed to a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying. We value the uniqueness of individuals and provide an environment in which all employees are able to contribute to our success.

**What you’ll love**
- Career development & learning opportunities, we help our people grow
- Free onsite parking
- Employee Assistance Program

The successful applicant will also need to meet the below criteria:

- A current WWCC.
- Must be able to work in line with the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Georgina Shepherd 5261 0600.

**_ Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer and completes police checks for all employees._



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