Early Childhood Educator - Certificate III (Kindergarten)

Job Description

Early Childhood Educator - Certificate III (Kindergarten) Join to apply for the Early Childhood Educator - Certificate III (Kindergarten) role at Greater Shepparton City Council . Hourly Rate: $22.96 to $28.29 (rate dependent on years of experience) Closing: Friday 14 March 2025 Part Time (31 hrs 40 min p/w) – Permanent Patricia Smith Kindergarten is seeking a suitably qualified educator to fill the position of Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III. The service is located in North Shepparton. This role is a part time permanent position, 31 hrs 40 min per week, Monday to Friday, currently 8.30am – 3.20pm during school terms only. If you are enthusiastic, enjoy working with children and adults, and supporting a team of professional educators to provide an inclusive environment that supports the community, then this is the job for you. This role is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it continues to meet demand and funding requirements. We are seeking an educator who is able to support our children to develop a strong sense of identity, connect with and contribute to their world, have a strong sense of wellbeing, become confident and involved learners, and effective communicators. We strongly believe that children will be involved in supervised risky play where they will be provided the opportunity to be challenged in a safe environment, participate in messy play, and build positive relationships with peers and educators. The successful applicant will have the support of the Council Early Years Services network and professional development opportunities. Applicants Must Hold The Following Current Qualifications And Certificates: Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent recognised by ACECQA) or actively working towards Current HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting Current CPR – HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation Criminal History Check (valid within six months) Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration OR Current and valid Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) Protecting Children – Mandatory reporting and other obligations in early childhood For further information about this position, please contact Natalie Watt, Coordinator – Children’s Services on 5832 9757. Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources, and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position. First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005. Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered. For procedures on how to apply go to this link . All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Part-time Job Function Education and Training Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr