Inclusion Support Early Childhood Educator

Our community of educators are passionate about Early Childhood Education and advocating for best practice & continuous improvement in the Early Years. We welcome & embrace diversity, cultural awareness, inclusion, acceptance, equity and the right to the same opportunities for all children, families and community members. This includes a greater understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ ways of knowing and being. Families are children’s first and most influential teachers. As Educators, we work in partnership with families, our community and other professionals to develop a curriculum that is responsive to each child’s needs, building on their, strengths, interests and knowledge. Children are empowered to voice their views and opinions, so they know they are respected members of our community. We support children’s resilience and promote safe risk-taking by respecting their rights to play, explore and investigate. We value and promote conservation and sustainable practices. Children are supported to show respect for the environment and to build on their knowledge & experiences of sustainability through intentional and spontaneous teaching practices. We value and promote conservation and sustainable practices. Children are supported to show respect for and to become environmentally responsible through intentional and spontaneous learning opportunities.

**About the role**:
To ensure the provision of a high-quality innovative educational program that meets the needs of children aged from birth to 6 years. To ensure the care and education program aligns with the Early Childhood Services Philosophy, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework as well as the National Quality Standards.

**Key Selection Criteria:
- Certificate III Early Childhood Education or similar
- Level 2 First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificate, with CPR updates completed within the last 12 months (mandatory)
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Law Act (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) and the Victorian Early Years Learning andDevelopment Framework.
- Awareness of the cultural needs of families.
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to prioritise tasks.
- Ability to maintain written records and write reports relating to program goals and child development
- Knowledge and understanding of mandatory Reporting requirements
- Demonstrated ability to adhere to Banyule City Councils values

**Mandatory Pre-employment screenings**:

- COVID 19 vaccination certificate
- Medical Check
- Police Check
- Working with Children's Check
- Victorian Driver's License

**What is in it for you?**
- Generous leave arrangements
- Ongoing learning & development opportunities
- Council organised Health and well-being initiatives
- Staff Employee Assistance Program

**How to apply**:
For more information about this position please access a copy of the position description via the link below to discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact **Rajwinder Kaur on 9459 8998 **for a confidential conversation.

**Our Culture**:Our Staff choose to align their career with Banyule by living the values of Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Initiative and Inclusion, strong learning and development culture and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

**Diversity Statement**:Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.