Qualified Early Childhood Educator

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- **Full time, Permanent position available**:

- **Join the team at Lady Huntingfield Early Learning & Family Services Centre North Melbourne Children’s centres**:

- **$71,536 + 11.5% Superannuation per annum**

We are the City of Melbourne, a City of possibility and place to be bold and inspirational.
- Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here._

Together we Make the Difference** #teammelbourne**

**How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne**

The Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) provides high quality education and care for children accessing the service. The Educator in this position will be guided by the Educational Leader, and shares responsibility for ensuring that the program reflects current best practice, and meets the individual needs of each child participating in the program. Programs will be informed by ‘Belonging, Being and Becoming’ Early Years Learning Frameworks.

Currently the position is located at North Melbourne Children’s Centre.

**Selection Criteria**

All CoM employees will demonstrate an ability to articulate and demonstrate benefits of positive culture and City of Melbourne’s iCare values - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect and Excellence;
- Approved Diploma of Children’s Services qualification or approved equivalent \\ higher qualification in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Regulations
- Experience working in an Early Childhood Services environment with demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Framework, which includes the National Quality Standards, Early Years Learning Framework and Regulations
- Current Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certificates that appear on the ACECQA approved qualification list.
- Previous experience managing a small team
- Proven ability to work effectively with children, families and staff to achieve the best outcomes for children
- Willingness to take on responsibility of certified supervisor if required
- Ability to work across full hours of centre operation - between 7.20am and 6.10pm, to, and to attend paid staff meetings and other centre directed activities out of working hours

By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.

**What we can offer you...**
- Career / Self-Development Programs
- Paid Volunteer Leave
- Wellbeing Initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and CoM Unity Employee Benefits
- MYKI Commuter Club Pass and more.

By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city. Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.

**How to apply**
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter responding to the selection criteria and how your previous experience relates to the role

Please address your covering letter to **Maree Rabach North Melbourne Children's Centre Coordinator**

**Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm, Friday February 7 2025**

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