Children's Educator - Qualified

Mallee Track Health & Community Service; Ouyen; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Salary packaging

Flexible working arrangements

Accommodation support

Job summary

Mallee Track Health & Community Service in Ouyen, VIC, invites applications for a role supporting developmentally appropriate programs for children aged 0–6 years across our centres. You may also help deliver kindergarten programs as needed to support our Early Years initiatives.

The role requires a Diploma or Cert III in Early Childhood, strong communication and teamwork, and a commitment to ethical care. Flexible working arrangements and accommodation support may be available.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Cert III in Early Childhood Education may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• Certificate III in Children’s Services or Diploma of Children’s Services or Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification recognised under regulations.
• Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivery of developmentally informed programs for children aged 0–6 years (and up to 12 at some sites).
• Support delivery of kindergarten programs as required.
• Work across multiple centres: Ouyen, Underbool, Murrayville, Sea Lake and Manangatang.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Initiative

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Certificate III in Children’s Services OR Diploma of Children’s Services OR Bachelor of Early Childhood

Job description

Mallee Track Health & Community Service – Ouyen VIC

Mallee Track Health and Community Service (MTHCS) is an innovative integrated Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) located in the heart of the Mallee in North West Victoria. As an MPS we provide services across the age and life span – from early childhood education and care to residential aged care. We have a diverse workforce which reflects the nature of the services that we provide. As a health service we are immensely proud of the work of this service – and the staff and volunteers who continue to connect us together.

The role:

This position is responsible for assisting in the planning and delivery of developmentally informed programs to children of various ages, ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years of age, and who are enrolled at our long day care centres, integrated services and vacation care programs. On occasion, and as negotiated, this position may be required to assist with supporting the delivery of kindergarten programs provided by Mallee Track Health and Community Service as an Early Years Manager of 5 Pre School Programs. Our centres are located at Ouyen, Underbool, Murrayville, Sea Lake and Manangatang.

What we offer:

Free parking

Salary packaging

Access to flexible working arrangements

Accommodation support available. Please contact us for more details.

Key Selection Criteria

Diploma in Early Childhood Education. We will accept Cert III in Early Childhood Education (on case-by-case basis).

Current Driver’s Licence.

Current Police Check.

Current Working with Children Certificate.

Certificate III in Children’s Services OR Diploma of Children’s Services OR Bachelor of Early Childhood OR equivalent qualification recognised under the Children’s Services Regulations, 2009.

Good communication skills both written and verbal.

Good time-management.

Have an interest in improving the health of families through the delivery of children’s services.

Participates as part of a co-operative team.

Abiding by the Organisation’s Code of Conduct.

Fulfils duty of care, including ethical practices.

Using own initiative to complete tasks.

Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates.

Sound understanding and knowledge of early childhood development.

Experience working in a child care setting.

Proven ability to apply high ethical standards to represent MTHCS in a professional manner.

Ability to assist in the implementation of a detailed developmentally appropriate program for children 0-6 years of age.

Ability to participate in parental involvement in planning programs and care.

Ability to be efficient and effective at completing allocated tasks.

Ability to effectively engage with families and co-workers.