Early Childhood Educator, Diploma Qualified

2 weeks ago

Ballarat, Australia Federation University Australia Full time

Provide children with a safe and stimulating environment, whilst maintaining effective operations of the centre.
- Commercial Services - Mt Helen Campus
- Full-time, continuing appointment
- HEW 3 - $61,595 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

Position closing date: 09/02/2025

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

You will support the provision of programs which meet the needs, strengths and interests of the children in your care at Federation Children’s Centre Mt Helen Campus while working as part of a team promoting a caring and relaxing environment for each child, while meeting the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations, National Quality Standard, and the Early Years Learning Framework.

You will:
- contribute to the development and implementation of educational programs for children which reflect the practices and principle of the approved learning frameworks;- work collaboratively with the Early Childhood Educator, Room Leader to ensure a safe, secure, and hygienic environment for children;- support and encourage positive relationships and communication between educators and parents; and- maintain and update children’s records and ensure the timely and proper completion of all appropriate forms, documents and records necessary.

About you

To be considered for this position, you will have demonstrated:
- completion of a Diploma in Children’s Services;- understanding of the Education and Care Services National Regulations, the National Quality Standard, the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF) and the National Early Year Learning Framework (EYLF);- ability in providing quality care and learning environments for children; and- knowledge and understanding of child development.

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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