Early Childhood Teachers & Educators - Wollert

Attention all passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teachers and Educators! Your dream role awaits at Kirrp Kindergarten in 2024! Don't miss out on this thrilling opportunity to join our team and become a vital part of our dynamic and flourishing Early Childhood education environment.

What's the Opportunity?

Embark on an exciting journey as an Early Childhood Teacher or Educator at Kirrip Kindergarten. As the successful candidate, you will be engaged under the VECTEA award, enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding role.

Positions available:

• 1x ECT: Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00am - 4:00pm (with an additional day for non-contact hours) total 21.75 hours per week.
• 1x Educator: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00am - 2:15pm (+non-contact) total 18.75 hours per week.

Who on earth are we?

Y Whittlesea is a not-for-profit organization, the oldest youth organization globally, and the oldest social enterprise where all profits go back into our communities. Kirrip Kindergarten was purpose built in 2021 and opened in 2022. It provides 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten. Find out more about Kirrip Kindergarten here (copy link into your browser): (https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/AUQ5be)

Why Join Us?

• Staff Benefits:
  • Enjoy staff discounts.
  • VECTEA award.
• Professional Growth:
  • Strong focus on professional development and personal growth.
• Optimal Learning Environment:
  • Benefit from small group sizes for effective teaching.
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Ample non-contact time.
  • Generous budget for resources to enhance your teaching environment.
• Supportive Team:
  • Work with supportive Educators and Management team.

What do we hope you'll bring?

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• At least a year or two of professional experience as an ECT (Have more than that? Or just starting out, we'd love to hear from you too!)
• Be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (for ECT position)
• WWCC & Police Check (International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years)
• At least a year or two of professional experience as an Educator (Have more than that? Or just starting out, we'd love to hear from you too!)
• Driver's license and a car, with the willingness to travel to our various sites.
• Be able to share stories on how you embody the spirit of fun, creativity, and warmth. How you bring joy through storytelling, embrace the wonder of childhood, and create laughter-filled experiences.
• A passion for inspiring young minds and a playful spirit.
• Needless to say, we're looking for someone with good English-language writing abilities, an understanding to the National Quality Framework and attention to detail.
• Extensive knowledge of EYLF, Child Safe standards and Child Development.
• Police Check (International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma quals
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) (for ECT position)
• Certificate III in Children Services, Diploma in Children Services (or equivalent) (for Educator position)
• Oh, and here's another one. We trust you. We also care about you. In return, you'll bring an innate work ethic, respect and care for others, and consistent integrity to all that you do.

Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out?

If you're excited to explore this opportunity, take the time to stand out. Submit your resume, answer a few questions on our application form, and if possible, send us a cover letter highlighting your greatness. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application.

For more information, check the position description (copy link into your browser ECT:(https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/Uu8xfa), Educator:(https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/2pJe7C) and if you have any questions, email us at ***********@ywhittlesea.org.au or call 03 9407 6***.

Applications close date: 06/03/2024

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Here is what our teams say about working at the Y (copy link into your browser): (https://youtu.be/FuLVNN6R5xA)

Some important stuff

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser):

https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.