Preschool Field Officer – Wimmera
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced educator or early intervention specialist with EC teaching qualifications to join our team as a Preschool Field Officer in the Wimmera and Southern Mallee regions.
This part-time role offers the chance to guide and uplift Early Childhood Teachers, helping them create inclusive, nurturing learning environments where every child learns and thrives.
You will work autonomously and flexibly, two days a week, coaching educators, supporting families, and building strong partnerships with local services. Your creativity, empathy, and problem-solving skills will shine as you:
* Coach educators to create inclusive learning environments
* Support families to promote their child's learning and development
* Build strong partnerships with local services to enhance community outcomes
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Coaching and mentoring Early Childhood Teachers to develop their skills and knowledge in implementing high-quality, inclusive early childhood education and care programs
* Providing guidance and support to families to promote their child's learning and development
* BUILDING strong partnerships with local services to enhance community outcomes and improve access to early childhood education and care services
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or equivalent qualification
* A current Victorian driver's licence
* Extensive knowledge and experience in implementing high-quality, inclusive early childhood education and care programs in 3 and 4-year-old kindergartens
Benefits:
In addition to your base salary, you can access:
* Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
* Fleet vehicle available for use
* Flexible and hybrid work environment
* 60% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning Service
* Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary)
About Us:
We are a values-driven organisation deeply committed to social justice and inclusion. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality education and care, and we're passionate about making a positive impact in our communities.