Early Childhood - Diploma

Doveton College is a unique, diverse, and vibrant learning community.  It is unlike any other educational setting in Australia.  Located in the South-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Doveton College resides in one of the most disadvantaged metropolitan regions of Australia.  It is the first of ten settings to be developed in association with the Colman Foundation and DET.

In 2009, the Colman Foundation approached the Victorian Government with a desire to become directly involved in the education of young people who come from a background of disadvantage, including high migrant and refugee groups.  The Colman Foundation provided a financial contribution and continues to provide an annual financial contribution to allow for additional services to be provided which are over and above the normal funding regime for the College.  The Foundation has a goal of changing the life opportunities of young people by supporting families and communities access education, health and wrap around services with the school at the centre of the services.

Doveton College is complex in its operation; it seeks to support, foster, and develop opportunities for all members of the Doveton Community including children, young people, and adults.  The focus is on providing high quality teaching and learning programs across the 0 ¿ 15 range with additional learning opportunities for parents and the wider community members.  It provides a wide range of wrap-around educational and allied health support for Baby College, Maternal and Child Health services, and Adult Learning opportunities.  Early Learning has been accredited as an ACECQA Centre of Excellence operating a long day setting, with a focus on learning through play in a structured, appealing indoor, outdoor learning environment.

On any week, the College is a vibrant learning hub with 130 children in early learning, 620 students in Foundation to Year 9, 150 involved in play groups, 70 regular volunteers and 150 participants in adult education courses.  Each week students from Foundation to Year 9 participate in the Doveton Engagement and Enrichment Program (DEEP) which operates as an extension to the school day and includes sports, performance, technology, and artistic programs.

The community expectation is that the College will provide a safe and secure environment where the individual student can learn and develop to their full potential. In the school setting, high quality teaching and learning is non- negotiable. All staff are expected to commit to driving this agenda by their professionalism and dedication to the Doveton College vision. The Doveton College vision is clear and is based on the belief that every child will succeed. There is a commitment to:

• the potential of each of our children and young people to learn, to achieve and do their best
• empowering all our children and young people to be creative, curious, to explore, and discover - to strive and to excel
• a rigorous and dynamic curriculum to meet the needs and promote the growth of every child and young person.
• a strong learning culture and team approach based on the values of respect and tolerance, high achievement and excellence, engagement, participation, and leadership.
• the belief that learning occurs in partnership with parents and the support of the community

The Early Learning Centre has been accredited twice with an ACECQA Excellence rating.  It comprises three learning environments: a 0¿3-year-old room, 3-year-old kindergarten room and a 4 year old kindergarten room. Each room is staffed with high quality educators, and ratios well above the minimum level required under national laws.  A qualified ELC teacher implements a high-quality education program for every 3- and 4-year-old child, that is based upon the National Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.  Each room runs an indoor/outdoor program taking advantage of the bright airy rooms and the extensive outdoor opportunities that are accessible all year round. 

The ELC can access programs in the College such as PMP (Perceptual Motor Program), Music and library.  Administration services are provided to the ELC, enabling the educators to focus on the children in their care and the provision of high-quality programs.

SC1 Demonstrated experience, capacity, and flexibility to work with children of all age groups within the ELC.

SC2 Demonstrated knowledge of the National Early Years Learning Framework, Victoria Early Years Learning Framework, and the National Quality Standards with the capacity to contribute to the ELC Quality Improvement Plan.

SC3 Demonstrated understanding of child development and a capacity to use different approaches (such as adult-led, child-led and guided learning) in interactions with children.

SC4 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

SC5 Ability to maintain a safe learning environment through an understanding of appropriate policies and procedures and responsive decision making. 

SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth.

• The suitable candidate will:
• Hold current First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification 
• Hold a current Victorian Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Display good written and verbal communication skills together with the confidence to build positive relationships with children, colleagues, parents and families.
• Possess the ability to work professionally as part of a highly motivated and collaborative team.
• Demonstrate a willingness to be involved in all aspects of service delivery
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning through professional development
• Demonstrate a genuine interest and desire to facilitate the best possible outcomes for all children
• Possess a capacity for good judgement and a calm and mature disposition
• Hold the right to work in Australia 
• Possess an excellent understanding of the EYLF and NQF
• Possess an excellent understanding of the Child Safe Standards and committed to upholding the rights of the child. 
• Ensure that the Privacy Act is adhered to and that confidentiality is maintained at all times
• Participate in work plan reviews on a regular basis
• Availability to work all shifts from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.
• This position will require an additional 228 hours during school holiday periods.

• Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
• Supports communication between teachers and parents
• Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting
• Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
• Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
• Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
• Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs
• Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
• Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille

• A relevant Diploma Qualification in Children¿s Services is preferred for this position.
• First Aid Level 2 Certificate with anaphylaxis training

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

• All staff employed by the department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Please ensure that your application includes:

• A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
• A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
• Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.

Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx