Impactful Part-Time Playgroups Facilitator

Melton City Council; Melton; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 93,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible work options

Career development & leadership

Pro rata superannuation

Parental leave

Job summary

Melton City Council is seeking a Supported Playgroup Facilitator for a fixed-term, part-time position running 25 hours per week during school terms. The role supports families and children through in-home and group play sessions using the smalltalk program, with reporting to the Supervisor Playgroups.

The successful candidate will have a diploma-level qualification in early childhood or related field, 3–5 years’ experience, knowledge of VEYLDF/EYLF, and a Victorian Driver’s Licence; WWCC

Qualifications

• Diploma level qualification in early childhood, community services, education, health, social work or related field.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience working and developing partnerships with families with young children.
• Knowledge of VEYLDF and EYLF and related practice principles.
• Experience with families with young children, incl. those facing disadvantage and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander or refugee backgrounds is advantageous.
• Current valid Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• Must hold or obtain an Employee Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide supported playgroups in accordance with guidelines, including the smalltalk program and in-home support.
• Engage and support families to develop parenting skills and confidence, using smalltalk resources and role modelling.
• Develop and maintain networks with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Smalltalk program

Community engagement

Parent/child support

Education

Diploma level qualification in early childhood or related field

Job description

Melton City Council is seeking a Supported Playgroup Facilitator for a fixed-term, part-time position running 25 hours per week during school terms. The role supports families and children through in-home and group play sessions using the smalltalk program, with reporting to the Supervisor Playgroups.

The successful candidate will have a diploma-level qualification in early childhood or related field, 3–5 years’ experience, knowledge of VEYLDF/EYLF, and a Victorian Driver’s Licence; WWCC