Preschool Education Assistant — Build Bright Foundations

Hume City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development (ECA Learning

Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

Hume City Council is seeking an Early Childhood Educator Assistant to support preschool programs in Sunbury. The role is part-time and focuses on planning and delivering play-based learning in indoor/outdoor environments.

You will collaborate with families and staff, implement developmentally appropriate programs, and uphold Child Safe Standards. Mandatory certifications and First Aid are required, with ongoing professional development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate 3 in Children's Services or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Child Safe Standards and reportable conduct.
• Working with Children’s Check is mandatory.
• Provide First Aid in an education and care setting is required.
• Anaphylaxis and Emergency Asthma management competency.
• CPR updated and mandatory reporting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Undertake day-to-day charge responsibilities per Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
• Act under council authority in urgent situations ensuring compliance with the Act.
• Work within council policies, funding and budgeting constraints.
• Develop and implement play-based learning programs in consultation with families and staff.
• Design developmentally and culturally appropriate educational environments and activities.
• Foster inclusive partnerships with families to support children's learning.
• Provide a welcoming, family-centred environment and orientation for new families and children.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Cultural awareness

Initiative

Problem solving

Education

Diploma of Children’s Services/Certificate 3 in Children’s Services

Child Safe Standards knowledge

Working with Children’s Check

First Aid in education & care

Anaphylaxis & Emergency Asthma Management

Job description

Hume City Council is seeking an Early Childhood Educator Assistant to support preschool programs in Sunbury. The role is part-time and focuses on planning and delivering play-based learning in indoor/outdoor environments.

You will collaborate with families and staff, implement developmentally appropriate programs, and uphold Child Safe Standards. Mandatory certifications and First Aid are required, with ongoing professional development opportunities available.