Kindergarten Educator
- Seeking 2 educator positions: Full-time-Permanent
- Salary will be paid in accordance with the EEEA 2020, plus superannuation
- Great worklife balance & Flexible working options available
Wodonga Council is a local government organisation servicing one of Victorias fastest growing regional cities located in North East Victoria.
We offer the perfect balance of career growth a regional lifestyle and access to a vibrant city. Working with a growing and engaged community Wodonga Councils programs and services are designed to deliver its vision for our city our people and our future.
Join Wodonga Councils passionate Kindergarten where youll play a key role in nurturing the youngest members of our community and supporting early childhood development. This rewarding position offers the chance to create a positive learning environment for children in their crucial formative years.
We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles backgrounds experiences and perspectives are valued appreciated and encouraged. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community people with diverse gender identities and sexualities individuals with disabilities and people of all ages cultures and ethnic backgrounds. We welcome applications from veterans and if you wish to discuss your application with our People Team please contact hr@wodonga.vic.gov.au.
What we will offer
Career development
At Wodonga Council we offer continuous learning mentorship and professional growth opportunities. Whether youre looking to expand your skills or advance your career we support your career development every step of the way.
Leave entitlements
Our organisation values worklife balance and offers generous and flexible leave entitlements to support your needs. We understand that access to time away from work when you need it will optimise the time spent in the office.
Flexible work options
Enjoy generous and flexible working arrangements that support your worklife balance including adaptable hours and remote working opportunities.
Location onsite
This role will require you to be onsite during working hours.
EAP, fitness program health and wellbeing initiatives
Join our team and take advantage of Fitness Passport find support in the Employee Assistance Program and enjoy a range of health and wellbeing initiatives designed to support your physical and mental wellness.
The role
The Kindergarten educator plays a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of a kindergarten program ensuring a safe engaging and nurturing environment for children This position involves preparing materials setting up activity areas and supervising children throughout the day. The educator is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organisation in indoor and outdoor play areas ensuring the safety of equipment and responding to minor injuries.
Key aspects of the role include the following;
- Interact with children all interactions have an educational role being aware that children are learning attitudes absorbing ideas imitating language and using the Educator as a model Interactions include enjoying helping encouraging and responding to children.
- Enrich the program by observing and contributing ideas talents resources which can be a valuable addition to the program.
- Observe confidentiality at all times with regard to children and their families as well as any other care and education matter.
- Work cooperatively with the teacher under their direction and guidance and contribute ideas and skills to the program.
- Ensure that the program continues to function in other areas while the teacher concentrates on small groups of children for specific learning experiences.
Key Selection Criteria
Our ideal candidate will be able to show us the following;
- Successful completion of a Diploma of Childrens Services.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with children parents colleagues and other community members.
- Ability to use own initiative working as an effective member of a team or undertaking tasks independently.
- Demonstrated understanding and practical application of the National Quality Framework.
How to Apply
Visit our website www.wodonga.vic.gov.au
Use the 'apply' button to commence your application;
Applicants will be required to;
- Upload a cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria (support on how to address this criteria can be found here)
- Upload a current resume
Prior to commencement the successful applicant will be required to provide the following;
- A copy of a recent National Police Check less than 3 months
- A current drivers licence
- Any other mandatory requirements outlined in the position description eg. (first aid, CPR, WWCC, forklift)
The completion of a pre-employment functional assessment paid for by the council might also be required.
If applicable evidence regarding right to work in Australia will need to be presented
Enquiries
Team Leader Kindergarten- Ebony Ablett-Johnstone- eablettjohnstonewodongavicgovau-0466 752 896
Applications close, 11:59pm, Friday 21st Feburary 2025
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