At Lutheran Education Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania (LEVNT) we are passionate about providing quality education and care within a Christian environment to children attending our Services throughout our region.

Good Shepherd Early Childhood Services is a community based long daycare and kindergarten service. We provide care to over 100 children per day through our programs. We provide above award wages, an extensive PD budget and staff wellbeing programs. Good Shepherd ECS also offers upskilling incentives to employees undertaking study, where educators are paid at the rate they will be entitled to upon completion of their study.

This role includes a Victorian Government 'Individual Educator Location Incentive' of $9000 for eligible candidates. See https://www.vic.gov.au/financial-support-study-and-work-early-childhood for more information.

We are seeking a Permanent Full Time Early Childhood Educator who holds either a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care employed on a 52 week leave model (VECTEA).

The position is due to commence as soon as possible and the salary is determined by years of experience and qualifications of the candidate.

The Role

This role requires the successful applicant to work collaboratively with a team of Early Childhood Teachers and Educators to deliver a funded kindergarten program which adheres to the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and Kindergarten Funding Guide requirements. The educator, alongside their team, will use the planning cycle to deliver high quality, innovative programs that cater to the developmental needs and interests of the children in their care. The successful applicant will build and maintain positive relationships with children, their families and colleagues to ensure a respectful, safe environment for all people who use and work at our service.

Selection Criteria

Certificate 3 or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualifications (see page 46 of the Victorian Kindergarten Funding Guide for more information)

Current First Aid Qualifications including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis.

Current child protection training.

Working knowledge of current Early Childhood Legislation and the National Quality Laws and Regulations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to positively, proactively and regularly engage with staff, children and families.

Demonstrated skills to maintain a positive work culture and work within successful teams.

Sound computer skills.

Commitment to the Christian ethos of the Lutheran Church.

What we offer you!

The opportunity to work for a not-for-profit organisation who values and supports our employees, our families and our children

Regular professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

A small, supportive team environment

Flexible, family friendly working hours

LEVNT Early Childhood Manager support

For further information and a position description, please contact [email protected]

Apply now! - To become part of this fantastic team, please submit your cover letter and CV.