Early Childhood - Diploma (2027 start)

Government schools; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Doveton College in Melbourne’s southeast seeks an enthusiastic early learning professional to support teachers and engage children aged 0–9 in a safe, play‑based environment. The role involves collaborating with a dedicated team to deliver high‑quality learning experiences and wrap‑around services for families within a diverse community.

Applicants should hold a Diploma in Children’s Services, First Aid Level 2 with anaphylaxis training, and a Victorian WWCC, with demonstrated commitment to

Qualifications

• Experience working with children across early learning settings.
• Knowledge of EYLF, VEYLDF and National Quality Standards.
• Ability to maintain a safe learning environment with appropriate policies.

Responsabilités

• Provide routine support for teachers including planning of student routines.
• Support communication between teachers and families.
• Provide basic care and wellbeing support for students (toileting, meals, lifting).
• Assist in coordinating educational programs and rostering for aides.

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Diploma in Children’s Services

First Aid Level 2 Certificate with anaphylaxis training

Description du poste

Location Profile

Location Profile Doveton College is a unique, diverse and vibrant learning community. It is unlike any other educational setting in Australia. Located in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Doveton College resides in one of the most disadvantaged metropolitan regions of Australia. It is the first of ten settings to be developed in association with the Colman Foundation, Our Place and the Department of Education. Doveton College is complex in its operation; it seeks to support, foster and develop opportunities for all members of the Doveton Community including children, young people, and adults. The focus is on providing high-quality teaching and learning programs for children and young people from 0 to 15 years old, with additional learning opportunities for parents and the wider community members. It provides a wide range of wrap-around educational, health and allied health services, Maternal and Child Health, and Adult Learning opportunities. Early Learning has an Exceeding Rating in all quality areas, operating a long day setting, with a focus on learning through play in a structured, appealing indoor/outdoor learning environment. Each week students from Foundation to Year 9 participate in the Doveton Engagement and Enrichment Program (DEEP) which operates as an extension to the school day and includes sports, performance, technology and artistic programs. Doveton College is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Particular attention is paid to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children, those with culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the safety of children with a disability. Children are at the centre of all our decisions. The community expectation is that the College will provide a safe and secure environment where the individual student can learn and develop to their full potential. In the school sector, high-quality teaching and learning is non- negotiable. All staff are strong professional educators, implementing teaching and learning programs that are evidenced based and informed by research and best practice. There is a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, alongside a well-developed social and emotional learning curriculum. The Doveton College vision is clear and is based on the belief that every child will succeed. There is a commitment to:

• the potential of each of our children and young people to learn, to achieve and do their best
• empowering all our children and young people to be curious, independent, happy and motivated to excel
• a rigorous and dynamic curriculum to meet the needs of, and promote the growth of every child and young person
• a strong learning culture and team approach, based on the values of Respect, Excellence, Empathy, Resilience, and Belonging
• the belief that learning occurs in partnership with parents and families and the support of the community

Selection Criteria

• SC1 Demonstrated experience, capacity, and flexibility to work with children of all age groups within the ELC.
• SC2 Demonstrated knowledge of the National Early Years Learning Framework, Victoria Early Years Learning Framework, and the National Quality Standards with the capacity to contribute to the ELC Quality Improvement Plan.
• SC3 Demonstrated understanding of child development and a capacity to use different approaches (such as adult-led, child-led and guided learning) in interactions with children.
• SC4 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• SC5 Ability to maintain a safe learning environment through an understanding of appropriate policies and procedures and responsive decision making.
• SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth.

Role

The suitable candidate will:

• Hold current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
• Hold a current Victorian Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Display good written and verbal communication skills together with the confidence to build positive relationships with children, colleagues, parents and families.
• Possess the ability to work professionally as part of a highly motivated and collaborative team.
• Demonstrate a willingness to be involved in all aspects of service delivery
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning through professional development
• Demonstrate a genuine interest and desire to facilitate the best possible outcomes for all children
• Possess a capacity for good judgement and a calm and mature disposition
• Hold the right to work in Australia
• Possess an excellent understanding of the EYLF and NQF
• Possess an excellent understanding of the Child Safe Standards and committed to upholding the rights of the child.
• Ensure that the Privacy Act is adhered to and that confidentiality is maintained at all times
• Participate in work plan reviews on a regular basis
• Availability to work all shifts from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.
• This position will require an additional 228 hours during school holiday periods.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include:

• Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
• Supports communication between teachers and parents
• Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting
• Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
• Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
• Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
• Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs
• Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
• Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille

Who May Apply

• A relevant Diploma Qualification in Children’s Services is preferred for this position.
• First Aid Level 2 Certificate with anaphylaxis training

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [emailprotected]

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.

Information on the department values is available at

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx