Room Lead Early Childhood Educator

About the position

The Room Lead Early Childhood Educator is responsible for leading, developing and delivering high quality early education and care for children consistent with the Centre philosophy, values, policies, and the Early Years learning Framework and the National Quality Framework, in their assigned early education room.

In addition, this position implements practices to support their education team with day to day operations, to engage in collaborative and reflective practice and to input into the room program. The Room Lead Educator works under direction from Centre management and the Educational Leader, and in collaboration with other Centre staff to drive pedagogical practices.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Strong understanding of National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework
• Ability to provide feedback and support to colleagues in a constructive and supportive way
• Ability to form and maintain positive connections with families and provide families with timely support and feedback

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Thursday the 2 nd of May 2024

Position Enquiries: Linima Roldhan

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker

Position Description below:

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement .