Frankston City Council Hiring for Educator Assistant (2 Positions) Job at Frankston Full Time

Job no: 492644
Work type: Full Time
Location: Frankston
Categories: Services

Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.
Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!
About the position
Council’s Children’s Services Department is looking for two full-time Educator Assistants who will be responsible for working in a team to deliver high quality education and care for children 0-5 years of age in a long day care setting.
The main responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for children;
• Actively engaging with and supervising groups of children;
• Implementing age appropriate, inclusive programs that reflect the Early Years Learning Framework; and
• Developing professional relationships with colleagues and families.

These are permanent full-time positions working varied shifts at a service that operates from 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
About you
As the successful candidate, you will have:

• A minimum Certificate 3 in Children’s Services and First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012);
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Education and Care Regulations, Early Years Framework and Child Safe Standards;
• A positive approach and well developed team skills; and
• Experience in working with and supporting vulnerable children and families.

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council
Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Rostered Day Off;
• Access to professional and career development opportunities;
• Purchased leave;
• Paid Parental leave;
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave;
• Employee assistance program; and
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

These positions are paid at a Band 3 currently remunerated between $64,621 to $68,450 per annum, plus superannuation. Salary level will be based on the experience of the candidate. Overtime will also be paid as required e.g. for after-hours staff meetings.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Karen Wheeler on (03) 9768 1653 or via email at [email protected]
Culture at Frankston
Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.
Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.
Council has zero tolerance for child abuse. Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.
We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.
Pre-Employment Information
You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.
Covid-19 Vaccination Information
It is a condition of employment that all Frankston City Council employees are required to have Covid-19 Vaccinations and any associated boosters as required by Council’s Mandatory Vaccination Policy. Successful candidates will be required to declare their Covid-19 Vaccination status and provide a copy of a valid Vaccination Certificate as part of the pre-employment process, prior to being offered a position.

Advertised: 26 Aug 2022 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Sep 2022 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $64,621.00 – $68,450.00 per year