ECMS Hiring for Diploma Educator – Watts Street Children’s Centre Job at Box Hill 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!

We are seeking an enthusiastic Diploma Educator to join our team at Watts Street Children’s Centre.

Located in the heart of vibrant and culturally diverse Box Hill, Watts Street Children’s Centre delivers high quality and inclusive childcare for children aged three months to six years. Our team of nurturing and experienced educators will partner with families to develop a play-based early learning program that helps all children realise their potential.

This is a full time, ongoing role – working 38+2 hours per week with a monthly RDO.

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 Standard
• Experience working as an Assistant Educator in a long day care service
• 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?

• Exciting professional development opportunities including the annual conference for all ECMS staff, professional development days and development plans
• ECMS’ Recognition of Outstanding Practice Awards to recognise staff and teams who have demonstrated an outstanding practice
• Access to a range of retail and recreational activities at significantly reduced rates via our fully sponsored Employee Benefits Program
• Funded First Aid (004) and CRP (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. Our purpose is 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.

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!