Educational Leader

Posted by Norfolk Street Child Care Association Inc on 10 Sep 2019

Organisation Norfolk Street Child Care Association Inc
Closing date 12.10.2019
Primary role Early Childhood Teacher
Position type Full-time
Location Yarraville
State VIC
About the Centre/Service Small community managed centre located in Yarraville close to shops, public transport and parks. This exciting Educational Leader role has endless opportunities with above award wages, conditions, additional annual leave and great incentives. Don't miss you opportunity to work within this passionate, well resourced centre and become a member of our connected community today!
Work Days of the Role Mon- Fri
Hours of Work of the Role 8 hours per day
Description Our Community Managed Centre is seeking a Passionate Educational Leader to join our team Full Time. The successful applicant will be leading our educational program, supporting and mentoring all educators and building strong connections with children, families and the community. The role will be a Management role with both contact and non-contact responsibilities which will allow you the flexibility to share your own passion, knowledge and focus on areas that are important to you as an educator, teacher and professional. Conditions are  above award wages and offer great employee conditions. Entitlements may be negotiable based on the applicants experience and suitability to the role. Successful applicant will be working with:
  • Small group sizes
  • Large natural shared children's garden
  • Well appointed internal features and resources
  • Designated Educator planning area
  • Generous non-contact network and planning time with co educators
  • Well equipped staff room with court yard
  • Flexible working conditions and professional growth opportunities
  • Monthly RDO
  • Above award wages and conditions and additional annual leave
  • Additional Professional Development, training and support tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Opportunities to network internally and externally
  • Generous performance incentives such as staff rewards, time in lieu and much more
  • Paid team meetings
  • Freedom and flexibility in the implementation of role
  • Supportive committee and centre management
  • Strong focus on work life balance
Do you have?
  • A passion for working with children
  • Experience in an Educational Leader role
  • An ability to build, mentor and lead teams
  • An ability to promote best practice and work within a strong leadership team
  • Experience maintaining strong and meaningful relationships with children and families
  • Experience within long day care and kindergarten settings
  • Experience in leading and contributing to the cycle of observation and planning
  • Knowledge of providing safe, sustainable and inclusive environments for children
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • An ability to work collaboratively within a team
  • A sound knowledge of the VEYLDF,EYLF, NQF and Kinder funding guidelines
  • A minimum of Intermediate Microsoft Office Skills
  • Availability to work eight hour shifts between 7:00am-6:00pm and occasionally outside of hours events (paid)
This position will allow you to share your individual experience and work to your strengths inspiring others and connecting with children and families. With endless possibilities and opportunities this is a position not to be missed! Please include a cover letter and resume in your application.
Qualifications Applicants must hold a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education or equivalent recognised (by ACECQA) qualification, A current Working with Children's Check, VIT registration, current First Aid and current Anaphylaxis and Asthma Training. Applicants with a minimum 50% and a commitment to completion may be considered.
Requirements VIT Registration
Industrial Agreement/Award Other

Contact Name
Amanda Weller
Email

Go to Top