Diploma Educator - Oakhill Family Centre

ECMS; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Retail discounts

Paid parental leave

First aid training

Job summary

ECMS is recruiting Diploma Educators for Oakhill Children's Centre in Melbourne. You will work 38 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rotating roster with one monthly rostered day off, in a not-for-profit, community-focused setting that supports families and child safety.

You will deliver play-based, developmental learning experiences, follow ECMS pedagogical framework, and foster strong partnerships with children, families and staff while embracing ongoing reflective practice.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent is required.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required.
• Mandatory Reporting Certificate is required.
• Foundations of Child Safety training is required.
• Police Check is required.
• First Aid in an Education and Care Setting certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment where children are safeguarded to learn and grow.
• Develop and implement engaging learning experiences based on the ECMS pedagogical framework.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, the community and colleagues.
• Actively participate in a culture of reflection and continuous improvement.

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent

WWCC

Mandatory Reporting Certificate

Foundations of Child Safety training

Police Check

First Aid in an Education and Care Setting

Job description

Join the ECMS Team: Diploma Educators

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a difference in your community?

At ECMS, we’re proud to be a not-for-profit community organisation that’s all about making a difference in the lives of children and families. With 76 kindergartens and early learning services across Melbourne, our team of 1100+ dedicated people work together to create joyful and enriching learning experiences with the safeguarding of children at the centre of everything we do. For us, it’s more than just early learning, it’s about building connections, nurturing growth, and being part of something truly meaningful in our communities.

We are seeking multiple Diploma Educators to join our team at Oakhill Family Centre.

For over thirty years, Oakhill has been providing high-quality early childhood education in our local community. Our nurturing and experienced educators partner with families to create play-based learning programs that build on each child’s interests and abilities, helping them develop essential social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive skills.

Since 2018, ECMS has continued to offer a unique blend of sessional and integrated kindergarten, early learning and care, all within our vibrant Community Hub. This includes the active involvement of the Parent Activity Group and the convenience of an onsite Maternal Child Health Nurse, ensuring families receive comprehensive support.

We have two positions at Oakhill Children's Centre for Diploma Educators within our Early Leaning Centre!

These positions are ongoing, fulltime roles. You will be working 38 hours a week from Monday to Friday on a rotating roster with one monthly rostered day off.

Why ECMS?

• Generous benefits – 50% childcare discount, discounts to hundreds of major retailers, paid parental leave, funded first aid and monthly RDO.
• We offer award winning professional development opportunities including unlimited access to online resources, in house practice coaching team, annual conference and PD days.
• We have a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated – 84% of our team recommend ECMS as a great place to work!
• We're committed to making a positive impact in our communities – we’re a proud place based, for purpose, not for profit, who put people at the centre of our work.

About you

• You're reflective, curious and purpose-led, with a deep commitment to making a difference.
• You're open to learning and understanding the unique needs of every child.
• You're a critical thinker and collaborative team member.
• You have a drive to grow and improve continually.
• You value kindness and respect.
• You have great knowledge of the child safe standards and early childhood regulations.
• You hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent, a current WWCC, Mandatory Reporting Certificate, Foundations of Child Safety training certificate, Police Check, and First Aid in an Education and Care Setting certificate.
• You are available to work a rotational roster.

About the role

• You’ll create a supportive environment where children are safeguarded to learn and grow.
• You’ll develop and implement engaging learning experiences based on the ECMS pedagogical framework.
• You’ll build strong relationships with children, families, the community and colleagues.
• You’ll actively participate in a culture of reflection and continuous improvement.

Join us in shaping the future of early education!

ECMS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices and policies located on our website. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged.

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