Full Time - 5 days a week at 7.6 hours per day
Early Childhood qualification is highly regarded but not essential
$95,618.64 per year + super, car, laptop & mobile phone
One Tree Community Services is seeking a committed Wayipungitj to support the delivery of the Bupup Balak Wayipungang initiative across Western Melbourne. The role involves working with funded sessional kindergarten services across five Local Government Areas, including Wyndham, Hobson’s Bay, Maribyrnong, Moonee Valley, and the City of Melbourne. The Wayipungitj will collaborate with services to enhance Koorie children’s access and participation in three and four-year-old kindergarten programs.
What You’ll Bring
* Aboriginal applicants are strongly encouraged to apply;
* At least 2 years of experience working with and alongside Aboriginal families;
* Involvement with the Aboriginal community demonstrating credibility and acceptance;
* A strong understanding of the barriers and enablers of inclusive practice and how to apply principles of inclusive practice in kindergarten settings;
* Sound knowledge of Early Childhood Learning and Development Frameworks, such as the VEYLDF and NQF; and
* Current driver’s license, national police check, WWC card, and/or teacher registration VIT (if applicable).
What You’ll Do
* Engage with and work collaboratively with parents, families, local communities, and related local services;
* Support and guide kindergartens to be culturally safe spaces for families and children;
* Support the kindergarten program to develop a strong understanding and practice of Aboriginal culture;
* Assist service staff in setting up Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs);
* Encourage the involvement and participation of Koorie parents, families, and carers in developing kindergarten programs; and
* Monitor and report accurately within deadlines using required templates, processes, and program logic.
What You’ll Receive
* A vehicle;
* Mobile phone and laptop;
* Hybrid working arrangement – working from home and the office;
* Access to our confidential employee assistance program;
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