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SalaryThe City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting national police checks, working with children checks, and thorough reference checks.
About the role
Join us and assist with the implementation of an innovative educational program for children from 6 weeks to 6 years within the National quality Framework.
You’ll be supported by a multidisciplinary team where positive communication is paramount. Your work will enable Council to advocate for and promote the development of children and provide support to their families. Daily, you will be assisting with quality program implementation with the children and contribute to the routine at any of Council's five Early Learning Centres.
About You
The successful candidate will bring previous experience working with children 0-6 years of age within an Education and Care Service.
Applicants must have:
- An ability to contribute to and implement a child-focused program
- Well developed communication and teamwork skills
- ACECQA approved Certificate III level Education and Care qualification
- Current first aid certificate (HTLAID004)
- Working with Children Check
What’s on offer
2 x Full time positions available
We are offering an attractive remuneration from $63,891 to $70,336 plus 11% superannuation.
In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
- Learning and development opportunities
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)
Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.
How to apply
Candidates must apply online and applications through other mediums will not be accepted at this time.
Applications close 9pm, 15 March 2024
As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply.
A Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.
The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.
The successful candidate is required to be vaccinated (at least 2 doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine) in accordance with Council's vaccination policy. Candidates may submit a medical contraindication for Council's consideration.
Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.
