ECMS Hiring for Diploma Educator – Sydenham Kindergarten Job at Sydenham Full Time

ECMS’ vision is for every child to realise their right to a strong foundation for lifelong success. ECMS exists to make every day count by providing high-quality, play-based learning in a safe and inclusive environment – ensuring that children and families in our community thrive in life. If your values align, and you have a passion for working with children, then ECMS is the place for you! ECMS has been operating for over 22 years and is one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers – through 61 kindergartens and child care centres, ECMS impacts the lives of 6500 Melbourne children each week.

We are seeking TWO enthusiastic Diploma Educators to join our team at Sydenham Kindergarten – a warm and friendly environment filled with experienced and nurturing educators! If you are looking for a new start in an established community service that values play based learning in 3 and 4YO sessional kindergarten groups then this is the role for you!

Position 1: Working 18.75 hours a week on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00am – 3:15pm. Starting in January 2023.

Position 2: Working 18.75 hours a week on a Wednesday and Friday 8:00am – 5:15pm, and Monday 9:30am – 11:15am. Starting in January 2023.

What will you do?

• Work collaboratively with your team to provide an appropriate developmental and enriching program for children which maximises opportunities for them to develop to their full potential
• Build and maintain positive and meaningful relationships with children, families, staff and the local community
• Be a motivated and driven Educator, who will actively contribute to the program, through detailed observations & documentation
• Build positive behaviour guidance strategies and provide spontaneous play-based learning experiences to extend on children’s learning
• Contribute to a child safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis

Essential criteria for a Diploma Educator:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification
• Have a sound knowledge of and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safety Standards
• Current Working with Children’s Check and National Police Check
• Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificate

What’s in it for you?

• 50% childcare discount!
• Exciting professional development opportunities including the annual conference for all ECMS staff, professional development days and development plans
• Access to hundreds of discounts to major retailors, including Coles and Woolworths
• Funded First Aid (004) and CPR (001) training for staff

We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. Child safety is a fundamental aspect of all roles at ECMS. We promote the rights of all children to participate, have a purpose and be protected from harm.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

To begin a rewarding career with ECMS apply now!