Early Childhood Educator - Certificate Iii (Playgroup)

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area. Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III (Playgroup)
Salary: $64,630.28 per annum pro rata
Closing: Friday 8 March 2024
Part Time (18 hrs p/w) – Temporary (To December 2024)
We are seeking an enthusiastic and suitable qualified Early Years educator to take on a supporting role within our Supported Playgroup team, where you will be assisting our Playgroup Facilitators to run weekly sessions. This is a short term position until December 2024.
Greater Shepparton City Council runs a number of supported playgroups across the municipality for families.
Playgroups are a great opportunity for parents or carers and their children to meet, socialise, play and learn important skills.
Days and hours of employment are somewhat negotiable. Please refer to the Position Description for more information.
For further information about this position, please contact Belinda Whitelaw, Best Start Coordinator on (03) 5832 9790.
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered. All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.