Early Childhood Educator

Meli is excited to advertise for Early Childhood Educators. These roles will fall under the category of School Readiness Funded (SRF) Additional Educators. School Readiness Funding supports government-funded kindergartens to improve children’s outcomes in communication, social and emotional wellbeing, and access and inclusion. Meli is an approved School Readiness provider, so we can deliver specialist programs to kindergarten providers in Victoria.

Please note, you are welcome to apply for 1 or more of the SRF vacancies below. As these hours will not form part of minimum ratio requirements, non-contact time will not generally apply. Please see below table to view the breakdown of available hours.  

• Part-time, fixed term until 26 January 2025
• All educator levels are eligible to apply for SRF Additional hours (Teachers welcome to apply but will be paid at highest Educator rate) 
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• A diverse and inclusive environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employment as per the terms of the VECTEA 2020
• A workplace passionate about diversity and inclusion with Employee Led inclusion working groups open to all employees
• Meli pays Educators at the qualification they hold
• Extensive learning & development opportunities and pathways for career progression
• 2 personal development days throughout the year 

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Cert III in Children’s Services or higher qualification (or equivalent as approved by Australian Children’s’ Education and Care Quality Authority - ACECQA)
• Knowledge of the National Education and Care Services Act and Regulations 2011 and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and ECEC National Quality Framework and Standards
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and co-operatively in a team environment
• Experience working with children

• Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience outlined in the following questionnaire and provide a current Resume in order to be considered.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a current WWC and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.
• Meli reserves the right to shortlist and interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying. 

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Catherine O'Hara, Senior Manager Kindergarten Programs & Service Delivery, on 0408 938 ***.

Meli is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.

Meli values and celebrates diversity and are working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse people, those living with a disability, and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Recruitment team via email at ***********@meli.org.au.

Applications close 9:00am Tuesday 2 March 2024

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