Early Childhood Educator - Cert III Floating Reliever

• Permanent full-time position
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A supportive workplace with great flexibility and a focus on wellbeing

Banyule City Council, Family & Community Services is seeking a qualified Certificate III Early Childhood Educator who provides a high-quality educational program that meets the needs of children aged from birth to 6 years at Joyce Avenue Children’s Centre.

This is a Floating Reliever position, and the successful candidate will be based at Joyce Avenue Children Centre; however, at times may be required to work across any of the ECS services for a range of shifts starting from 6:45 am through to 6:15 pm.

About the Role:

In this role, you will:

• Ensure the provision of a high-quality, innovative educational program that meets the individual needs of children aged from birth to 6 and that all interactions with the children are positive, respectful, and friendly.
• Ensure the care and education program aligns with the Early Childhood Services Philosophy. You are required to ensure a child-safe environment and contribute to a culture of child safety by fulfilling the responsibilities and requirements of Council’s Child Safe Policy and procedures.

Shifts are planned in advance if possible but are subject to change to support the operational needs of services.

** Please note: this permanent full-time role is rostered for 8 hours a day, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break and monthly RDOs.

Skills, experience and certificates:

• Early Childhood Qualification as recognised under Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011 – Certificate III.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Law Act (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
• Current recognised Level 2 First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificate, with CPR updates completed within the last 12 months.
• Awareness of the cultural needs of families.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• Ability to maintain written records and write reports relating to program goals and child development.
• Knowledge and understanding of mandatory Reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to Banyule City Council values.

Mandatory Pre-employment checks:

• Functional Capacity Assessment
• Police Check
• Working with Children's Check
• Driver’s licence

How to apply:

For more information about this position please view the position description. To discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Amanda Polan Tel: 0481 910 043 for a confidential conversation.

Applications close: 14 November 2024 at 11.45pm 

Why choose Banyule?

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or emailemployment@banyule.vic.gov.au.

Our Values:Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

We offer:

• Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangements
• Monthly and fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)
• Study assistance (permanent employees)
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities
• Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule'sWorkplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.