Job Description
- Job Title: Early Childhood Educator - Lilydale
Job Summary: We have a vacancy for a Fixed Term Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator in Lilydale, Melbourne. 4-5 days per week, working in the Toddler Room (ages 2-3 years) Fixed Term position until the end of Term 4 2024, starting ASAP.
This would be an excellent short term role for a recent Early Childhood graduate, looking to extend their skills before committing to a permanent role in 2025.
Early Childhood Educator - Lilydale
Benefits:
· Work with an organisation who is relentless in securing quality opportunities
· No joining fees
· Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
· Interview tips and preparation provided
· Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis.
About the Role:
We are recruiting for an experienced Diploma qualified Early Childhood Educator, based in the East and South of Melbourne to work in an excellent Christian based Early learning Centre, attached to a College school in the suburb of Lilydale
This is a fixed term position until December 2024 - 4-5 days per week (flexible) in the Toddler Room (2-3 years old)
The Early Learning Centre is part of a college who provides Christian education from Early Learning to Year 12. Candidates must be willing to support and actively promote the Christian-based values and ethos of the College, based on the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Key duties:
· To provide a friendly, secure and stimulating learning environment for all children attending the Centre
· Assist in the planning and implementation of programs (including early learning encounters based on Christian principles and values) which meet the developmental, cultural and individual needs of children in care.
· Support Team Leaders and other Educators to implement and evaluate learning experiences in partnership with families; in accordance with the ELYF and NQF.
· Work collaboratively with a team of educators to implement a program that places importance on care and education.
· Demonstrate a professional level of written and verbal communication skills.
Skills & Experience:
· Fully completed, relevant Qualification in Early Childhood Education (Diploma in ECE or equivalent)
· Have experience working in Long Day Care with a sound knowledge of EYLF and NQF
· Valid Victorian Working with Children Check
· Current certificates in First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Management (or a willingness to obtain training in these areas)
· Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
· Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student teacher mentors are acceptable).
Desired Skills & Experience:
· Previous experience working in Long Day Care with a range of ages 0-5.
Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation of providing high calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping to pursue a rewarding career. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.
How to apply:
To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website
Alternatively, email your resume
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Early Learning Team on 03 9110 0090.
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
