Role type: Fixed Term position until April 2026; Full-time Department/School: Student and Scholarly Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio Salary: UoM 4 - $78,824 - $83,655 p.a. plus 17% super Implement innovative early childhood programs / Collaborate in a supportive team environment / Contribute to children's growth and development Apply now to nurture young minds and make a lasting impact on children's early education and care Drive educational excellence supporting a strong learning culture Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn. Your next career opportunity The University of Melbourne Early Learning Centre offers an exceptional early education for three and four-year old children in funded Kindergarten programs. Our unique learning environment is situated in an historic setting near the Abbotsford Convent and holds a long history of excellence in early learning. Woking in class teams, the Early Childhood Educators support the class teacher in planning and delivering an inquiry curriculum grounded in arts, Indigenous perspectives and learning in nature. Your responsibilities will include: Implement High-Quality Programs: Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that respond to children's individual strengths and interests, aligned with national curriculum frameworks. Ensure Child Safety and Development: Supervise children's activities, maintain a safe environment, and record observations to assess learning and inform program planning. Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with team members to create engaging learning environments and liaise with families and colleagues to support children's development. Maintain Professional Standards: Adhere to National Quality Standards and relevant regulations, continuously evaluating and reflecting on teaching practices to improve outcomes for children. You may be a great fit if: You are a passionate early childhood educator with an approved qualification, committed to providing high-quality care and education while fostering children's growth and development in a collaborative team environment. You will also have: An approved early childhood educator qualification as recognized by ACECQA. A current Working with Children Check and Level 2 First Aid Certificate. A strong understanding of relevant Federal and State Government legislation in early childhood education. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. Be willing to be appointed as a Nominated Supervisor or Responsible Person. The physical capacity to actively engage with children and meet their care needs. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members! For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services, Early Childhood Education Services Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff. Early Childhood Education Services is located within Student and Scholarly Services at The University of Melbourne, comprising the Early Learning Centre, Abbotsford (90 places daily), Queensberry Children’s Centre (96 places daily), and Swanston Street Children’s Centres (40 places daily). These centres provide early childhood education for approximately 266 children aged 6 months to five years from the University and the surrounding community. The centres operate for a minimum of 48 weeks per year and are open for 10 hours per day. The early childhood education staff team is comprised of approximately 60 staff working either full-time or part-time across the three centres. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities. The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard 61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne. For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring Working at the University – what you need to know This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Join Us and Apply Today! Please include the following documents in your application: Resume Cover Letter outlining your: Philosophy and experience in early childhood education Experience and interest leading arts education and learning in nature Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. ^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alexandra Beasley via email at alexandra.beasley@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address. If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description. Position Description: JR-003330 Early Childhood Teacher (Fixed Term) PD