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Temporary full-time Early Childhood Educator DiplomaReference number: 10641Closing date:11:00pm, 27 June 2025Submit your application now to work within one of our long day care centres and partner with children and their families to support and enhance childrens learning.Temporary full-time role until January 2026, located at one of our long day care centres in FlemingtonBAND 4, salary commencing at $38.73 plus 11.5% superannuation (commensurate with experience)Submit your application now to secure a position in one of our friendly and enthusiastic teamsThe opportunityWorking with this team of committed educators, your responsibilities include:Working according to the Child Safe Standards, National Quality Framework and curriculum frameworks.Working in collaboration with the team to plan and implement play-based programs.Documenting childrens learning, development, interest and abilities, including setting individual and group goals.Initiating and promoting warm and intentional interactions with children as a key learning strategy.Contributing to the development and delivery of curriculums within the learning program.About YouDiploma of Children''s Services or equivalent, as recognised by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and in accordance with the Education and Care National Law Act 2010 & the Education and Care National Services Regulations 2011.Relevant experience in working in childrens services in line with Child Safe Standards, National Quality Framework and curriculum frameworks.Demonstrated understanding of Victorias Child Safe Standards.Ability to self-manage work requirements in liaison with room team and supervisor, taking a leadership role as required.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other early childhood educators, to provide appropriate culturally sensitive and inclusive educational programs.Hold a current and valid, or willingness to obtain: Working with Childrens Check, First Aid Level 2, CPR Certificate, Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Asthma Management certificates.How to ApplyApplications must be submitted through our online system and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide. Applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered.For further information, please view the Position Description or contact Emma Veliscek Senior Coordinator Early Years on (03) 9243 1412.In line with the directions issued by Victorias Chief Health Officer, Council positions require you to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are successful in our recruitment and selection process, you may be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status.About UsMoonee Valley is a great place to live, work and visit. We are a local government within the north-west metropolitan area of Melbourne, providing a range of services to some 130,000 residents and over 10,000 businesses.Our 1,200 employees bring their differing backgrounds, experiences and unique perspectives to our collaborative environment, and are supported to share ideas, initiatives and talent, making a positive impact on our community for now and in the future.Some of the great benefits of working at Moonee Valley City Council are flexible working conditions, learning and development opportunities, supportive leadership and various staff benefits.Our Council offices are located in the heart of our vibrant, diverse community with great food, cafes and green spaces nearby. We have excellent public transport at our doorstep as well as cycling access for our employees.At Moonee Valley City Council, we pride ourselves on having job opportunities which make a real difference in the community and having a workplace which values everyones unique skills and attributes.Our Culture of InclusionIf you are interested in the role but feel you may not meet the full range of selection criteria, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your experience and application for this position.We dont just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our services and our community. With a focus on inclusion, accessibility and flexibility, we''ll support you at every stage of your career. We recognise the importance of balance and embrace work agility, understanding that this means different things to each and every one of our employees.Moonee Valley City Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Child Safe employer and we value diversity and encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people of any age or gender, people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA+) and people with disability. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email H2@mvcc.vic.gov.au or call 9243 1122.About the TeamAbout Councils Family and Childrens ServicesMoonee Valley City Council is a proud to be an equal opportunity and child safe employer. All our Family and Childrens Services are situated on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung and this acknowledgment is embedded across all service delivery.Family and Childrens Services is responsible for the coordination, advice, education and delivery of a broad range of services for children and families from 0-17 years of age. This includes Early Years Services (long day, occasional and kindergarten), Family Services, Maternal and Child Health, Immunisation and a Planning Team.Moonee Valley City Council Early Years Services is committed to delivering high quality education and care that supports the safety, participation, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We strive to work collaboratively with families and the wider community to meet their diverse needs and build community capacity. We support educators as part of a collaborative team that builds educator capacity and leadership, leading to quality outcomes for all involved.Job InfoJob Identification 10641Job Category ChildcarePosting Date 06/12/2025, 01:42 AMApply Before 06/27/2025, 01:00 PMDegree Level Diploma (AQF Level 5)Locations 9 Kellaway Ave, Moonee Ponds, VIC, 3039, AUPrimary Contact Name Emma VeliscekPrimary Contact Phone No 0392431412Criminal History Check YesWorking with Children Check / VIT Registration YesPre-employment Medical Check YesAustralian Driver License Check NoEmployment Check NoProfessional Membership Check NoPsychometric Testing Check NoQualification Check NoReference Checks YesRight to Work in Australia Check / Entitlement to Work Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr