Certificate III & Diploma Educators - Church Street Children's Centre

ECMS’ philosophy is simple; We foster lifelong learning. As a result, we have been operating for over 27 years and are one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers – through 61 kindergartens and child care centres, ECMS Educators impact the lives of 5,500 Victorian children each week. We are dedicated to consistently good learning outcomes, and being the place where the best early years people choose to be. 

We are seeking passionate Educators to join our team at Church Street Children's Centre. A brand new purpose-built facility that ensures children feel happy, calm and ready to learn. Engaging and flexible indoor and outdoor play spaces filled with plenty of natural resources to support children's development.

The opportunities for Certificate III and Diploma educators:

Position 1: Full time Certificate III educator working 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday on a rotating roster) This is working with our 18mnths – 2.5yrs age group

Position 2: Full time Diploma educator working 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday on a rotating roster) This is working with our 3yrs - 5yrs integrated kinder.

Working fulltime, you will receive a RDO each month!

While this is a full-time role, ECMS is willing to negotiate hours for the candidate who holds the skills and qualities that we are seeking.

What will you do?

Work collaboratively with your team to provide an appropriate developmental and enriching program for children which maximises opportunities for them to develop to their full potential

Build and maintain positive and meaningful relationships with children, families, staff and the local community

Be a motivated and driven Educator, who will actively contribute to the program, through detailed observations & documentation

Build positive behaviour guidance strategies and provide spontaneous play-based learning experiences to extend on children's learning

Contribute to a child safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis

What is essential in a Diploma Educator?

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification
• Have a sound knowledge of and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safety Standard
• Current Working with Children’s Check and National Police Check
• Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificate

What’s in it for you?

• 50% off childcare fees with ECMS
• 5% Above award pay rates! 
• Exciting professional development opportunities including the annual conference for all ECMS staff, professional development days and development plans
• Receive discounts from Woolworths/Coles 4%, Event Cinemas 15%, Adairs 6%, Booking.com 6% and over 330 other retailers with access to ECMS Advantage
• Funded First Aid and CPR training for staff
• Access to our online learning platform that provides UNLIMITED access to sector leading ECA Modules, Webinars and resources as well as access to any general development needs you might have

ECMS promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices, policies can be located here.  

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

 To begin a rewarding career with ECMS apply now!