Early Childhood Educator; diploma

Position: Early Childhood Educator (diploma)
** Role type:
** Join a passionate team of Early Childhood professionals committed to quality teaching and learning, collaboration and professional growth

Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via As an Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) at the University of Melbourne, you'll have the opportunity to provide high-quality education and care for children aged 6 months to five years. You'll work in a collaborative environment, implementing innovative programs that align with national quality standards and curriculum frameworks.

This role offers you the chance to shape young minds, build meaningful relationships with children and families, and contribute to continuous improvement in early childhood education.
** Your responsibilities will include:
** You are a passionate and qualified early childhood educator with a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, committed to providing high-quality care and education while fostering positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Hold an approved early childhood educator Diploma qualification as recognised by ACECQA. Demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation, including National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Frameworks. Exhibit strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
** What we offer you!
** We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Early Childhood Education Services is located within Student and Scholarly Services at The University of Melbourne, comprising the Early Learning Centre, Abbotsford (90 places daily), Queensberry Children’s Centre (96 places daily) and Swanston Street Children’s Centres (41 places daily).  These centres provide early childhood education for approximately 350 children aged 6 months to five years from the University and the surrounding community.

The centres operate for a minimum of 48 weeks per year and are open for 10 hours per day. The early childhood education staff team is comprised of approximately 60 staff working either full-time or part-time across the three centres.

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities. reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.

To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker –
* This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
** This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
** Philosophy and experience in early childhood education*
* ** Experience and interest Indigenous perspectives, sustainability, arts and learning in nature*
* ** Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
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