Job Description
Permanent part time 42 hours per fortnight
ECT role at our kindergarten and childcare service in Reservoir
Mentoring and professional development available
Your new role
As a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, you will support the overall operations of the service and lead, guide, and support a team which provides high quality early childhood education and care to children.
This includes:
Providing pedagogical leadership to the team to ensure the provision of a contemporary, quality and diverse educational program based on an approved curriculum framework.
Ensuring children’s agency, choice and influence are promoted, so that the programs meet the interests and abilities of each child.
Providing leadership and being part of a large passionate professional team ensuring the provision of quality Early Childhood programs at the early learning service.
Ensuring partnerships are developed with families and in the community.
Ongoing reflective practice, critical reflection and developing a positive professional team and organisational culture.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to a base salary aligned with the VECTEA + superannuation, you will have access to:
An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave.
Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,+00 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more.
60% discount on the childcare when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre.
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
Your skills and experience
You enjoy working autonomously while being part of, and supported by, a collaborative and forward-thinking team. You can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, with empathy and support at the forefront of your work.
You’ll also bring with you:
A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood or equivalent Approved Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority qualification).
Current VIT registration.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience gained in early childhood education.
Strong organisation and planning skills, including a high attention to detail.
View the position description here.
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions, reach out to Lisa Ballinger, Service Coordinator on 0417XXXXXX, or via [email protected] for a chat.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
#ELTeacher
ECT role at our kindergarten and childcare service in Reservoir
Mentoring and professional development available
Your new role
As a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, you will support the overall operations of the service and lead, guide, and support a team which provides high quality early childhood education and care to children.
This includes:
Providing pedagogical leadership to the team to ensure the provision of a contemporary, quality and diverse educational program based on an approved curriculum framework.
Ensuring children’s agency, choice and influence are promoted, so that the programs meet the interests and abilities of each child.
Providing leadership and being part of a large passionate professional team ensuring the provision of quality Early Childhood programs at the early learning service.
Ensuring partnerships are developed with families and in the community.
Ongoing reflective practice, critical reflection and developing a positive professional team and organisational culture.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to a base salary aligned with the VECTEA + superannuation, you will have access to:
An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave.
Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,+00 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more.
60% discount on the childcare when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre.
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
Your skills and experience
You enjoy working autonomously while being part of, and supported by, a collaborative and forward-thinking team. You can develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, with empathy and support at the forefront of your work.
You’ll also bring with you:
A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood or equivalent Approved Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority qualification).
Current VIT registration.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience gained in early childhood education.
Strong organisation and planning skills, including a high attention to detail.
View the position description here.
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions, reach out to Lisa Ballinger, Service Coordinator on 0417XXXXXX, or via [email protected] for a chat.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
#ELTeacher
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Early Childhood Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
