Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator

Posted by Heatherdale Preschool Inc on 12 Nov 2024

Organisation Heatherdale Preschool Inc
Closing date 27.11.2024
Primary role Diploma Qualified Educator
Position type Part-time
Location Mitcham
State VIC
About the Centre/Service Location: 15 Wallbrook Drive, Vermont South (until Term 2, 2025, then moving to 12 Purches Street, Mitcham VIC 3132) Type: Part-Time (22.5 hours/week across 3 days) Session Hours: Monday- Wednesday and Wednesday to Friday Heatherdale Preschool is a parent-run committee preschool located in Mitcham, committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment for children to explore, grow, and develop. With a philosophy centered on warm, open-ended, play-based learning, we strive to foster a deep sense of belonging, well-being, and identity in every child. Our team works collaboratively to provide enriching and interactive experiences for our two four-year-old groups and one three-year-old group. We are seeking two passionate, experienced, and diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educators to join our team. Working alongside our current teachers, these roles offer an opportunity to inspire and support children’s growth within our caring community.
Work Days of the Role Mon-Wed and Wed - Fri
Hours of Work of the Role 22.5 Hours
Description About the Role: As our Early Childhood Educator, you will: 
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate a play-based curriculum that embraces children’s unique ideas, cultures, and interests. 
  • Cultivate a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment, nurturing strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues. 
  • Maintain meticulous records, observations, and assessments to support each child’s learning journey. 
  • Work in line with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and Heatherdale’s Quality Improvement Plan.
About You – Our Ideal Candidate  You are an empathetic, engaging educator who is enthusiastic about creating a joyful learning environment. With a genuine love for supporting young children’s development, you bring creativity, patience, and a collaborative spirit to our team. You value open communication and thrive in a supportive community-driven workplace. You’re committed to upholding child safety standards and bring a proactive, warm approach to addressing each child’s unique needs.  If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply to join our supportive team and make a meaningful impact on our children’s early learning journey at Heatherdale Preschool!  If you believe you will be an asset to our team, please forward your resume with a cover letter outlining why you would make a suitable candidate for this position to: 

Lize Wright, Secretary, Committee of Management 

Email: [email protected] 
Qualifications Essential Requirements  The ideal candidate will hold: 
  • A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (recognised by ACECQA). 
  • Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, and National Quality Framework. 
  • Current VIT registration (depending on qualifications), Working with Children Check, and Police Check. 
  • First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma certifications (ACECQA compliant). 
  • Child Protection training and knowledge. 
  • Exceptional time management, written, and verbal communication skills. 
  • Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. 
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development. 
Requirements WWCC
Additional Requirements Preferable but Not Essential  Food Handling Certificate (training can be arranged if needed).  Previous experience working with a parent committee of management.  An interest in sustainability initiatives. 
Industrial Agreement/Award Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)

Contact Name
Lize Wright
Email
Application Procedure
To apply send through your application and cover letter to [email protected]

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