Join a workplace where curiosity, creativity and care are at the heart of every day. Here, your passion for supporting children’s growth is valued, and your ideas help shape an inspiring early learning journey.
As an Assistant Early Years Educator you will:
Provide a service which promotes high quality Early Education and Care that meets the needs of children and families
Support the Early Years Team to provide programs, environments and interactions, which nurture, stimulate and guide each child’s development.
Actively contribute to the positive and collaborative culture of the City of Stonningtons Early Years’ Service Team.
Create and provide a safe, secure, welcoming and hygienic environment for children to learn and play.
Observe, implement and evaluate play and learning experiences for children in consultation with families and other educators.
Maintain a service that operates within all legislative requirements under the Education and Care Act and Regulations and Child Safety Standards.
This is a permanent full-time position with an annual salary range of $71,998 - $76,229 +12% superannuation.
Other benefits include.
Paid to attend staff meetings
Professional training opportunities
Planning time during work hours
Parental leave
Council service
Desired Skills and Experience
To succeed in this position you will need:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect effectively with children, families and staff in a professional manner.
Demonstrated capacity to work in a collaborative team environment and positively contribute to the team.
Ability to gain cooperation and assistance from children, colleagues and families accessing Early Years Services.
Knowledge of quality Kindergarten and Early Years Programs for children aged 0-5
Understanding of the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2018, Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010, and National Quality Framework and Child Safety Standards
Understanding of privacy and confidentiality principles within the working environment.
Satisfactory completion of a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent.
Flexibility to work a rotating roster including all hours of service operation
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Ping Quan - Team Leader - Winter St Childcare on pquan@stonnington.vic.gov.au
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Submitting your application
In your cover letter, we invite you to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Position Description, and to share what draws you to the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington
The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
