Early Childhood Lead Educator (Diploma)

Early Childhood Lead Educator (Diploma)

• Permanent Part Time Position 0.86 EFT  

• Band 4 $61,888.32 to $65,964.08 Pro rata plus 9.5% Superannuation 

• Location: Girrabanya Integrated Children’s Centre 

• Allocated planning non-contact time 

We are currently seeking a dynamic Diploma qualified early childhood educator to join Council’s Girrabanya Integrated Children’s Centre team. The position is for an exceptional leader to lead the team in our unique Occasional Care Room.  

With an outstanding reputation for innovative and responsive programs, City of Ballarat Children’s Services provide an excellent opportunity for educators to grow and make their mark in the early childhood field. A commitment to teamwork is essential. 

The successful applicant will have an understanding of the Children’s Services Regulations and Early Years Frameworks.  You will also have the ability to support a holistic approach to the care, education and development of children. 

Leading the Occasional Care program, the successful applicant will be able to build strong relationships with children and families, be flexible, reflective and responsive to individual children’s needs.  

Key Selection Criteria: 

• A minimum diploma level qualification as outlined in the Children’s Services Regulations 2012. 

• Demonstrated experience in delivering a high-quality learning environment that is inclusive and meets the needs of all children. 

• Thorough understanding of Children’s Services Regulations and Early Years Frameworks. 

• Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to engage and work with a diverse range of stakeholders including parents, colleagues and local community members  

• Ability and willingness to support and direct a team of Early Childhood Educators  

• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to work activities and work area.  

• Current working with children check (or willing to obtain)  

• Current first-aid and Anaphylaxis qualification (or willing to obtain). 

• Current Police check (or willing to obtain) 

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 6 December 2020. 

For further information on the above positions contact Rebecca Karslake, Acting Manager Integrated Children’s Services, on 0437 081 012. 

The City of Ballarat has a zero tolerance for child abuse and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including Aboriginal children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and children with disability.