Position Number: 0064220
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.83FTE); Fixed-term until 24 December 2025
Department: Student and Scholarly Service
Salary: UOM 4 – $76,901 – $81,615 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super
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Responsible for designing, programming, and implementing engaging and effective educational programs.
- Join a dedicated team providing exceptional early childhood education in a supportive, inclusive environment.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) provides high-quality education and care for children aged 6 months to 5 years, guided by the National Quality Framework and curriculum standards. This role involves creating inclusive and meaningful learning experiences, maintaining professional documentation, and fostering respectful relationships with children, families, and the community. Working collaboratively with the team, the educator contributes to continuous improvement in the centre’s operations and reports to the Early Childhood Teacher and Centre Director.
Your responsibilities will include:
- To adhere to the requirements of the National Quality Standards, the Education & Care National Law and the Education & Care Services National Regulations.
- To work as an enthusiastic team member to provide a responsive environment that supports children’s wellbeing, relationships and learning through intentional teaching, partnerships, and critical reflection.
- To assist in the implementation of high-quality children’s programs in line with legislative requirements and contemporary theories and approaches to early childhood education, responding to individual strengths and interests of children, families, and staff.
- To supervise children’s activities to always ensure the safety of each child.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, excels in building meaningful relationships, and brings patience and flexibility. They are highly organised and adaptable, ensuring effective collaboration and task management.
You will also have:
- The appointee will hold an ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education, a current Working with Children Check (WWCC), and a Level 2 First Aid Certificate with anaphylaxis and asthma components.
- A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- The incumbent will possess knowledge of Federal and State legislation, including the National Quality Standards, Education & Care National Law, National and Victorian Early Years Learning Frameworks, Child Safe Standards, Food Act 1984, and Privacy Act 1988.
- Information Technology skills, strong English language communication skills are also an expectation.
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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Be yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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
