Position Number: 0064596
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.4FTE); Fixed term
Department: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: UOM 3 – $66,257 – $73,453 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% super
- Provide high-quality education and care to children, supporting their development in line with the centre's philosophy and National Quality Framework
- Join a collaborative high performing team dedicated to nurturing early learning, with opportunities for professional growth within a university environment.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) supports the education and care of children at the University of Melbourne Early Childhood Services, aligning with the centre's teaching philosophy and the National Quality Framework. Working collaboratively with the Centre Director, Educational Leader, and other educators, the role ensures a nurturing and high-quality learning environment for young children.
Your responsibilities will include:
- In conjunction with Early Childhood Teachers, Early Childhood Diploma educators and other educators, implement a high-quality curriculum for all enrolled children that is consistent with the Centre’s philosophy, policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the documentation of children’s learning and development under the guidance of the Educational Leader, Early Childhood Teachers , Diploma Educators and other Educators.
- Work together with colleagues to provide a safe, supportive, inclusive and educationally stimulating environments for all children.
- To supervise children’s activities to ensure the safety of each child at all times.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, understands early childhood development, and effectively builds relationships with children and parents. They demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to reflect on and improve teaching practices.
You will also have:
- An approved Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) qualification as approved by ACECQA.
- Experience of working as a member of a team in an approved education and care service.
- A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Current first Aid (HLTAID012) and CPR (HLTAID009)
- Current Protecting Children- Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector certificate
- Food Safety/Handlers certificate
- The incumbent will have knowledge of relevant Federal and State Government legislation
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. 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.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
