· $72,000-$76,000 FTE pay band
· 12-month part-time opportunity (days and
hours negotiable)
· Above Modern Award wages
· Generous programming and planning time
· Four paid Professional Development days per
year
About the role
· Support high-quality learning programs that
inspire children’s growth and development.
· Create a safe, inclusive environment where
every child can thrive.
· Build strong relationships with families to
support positive learning outcomes.
· Maintain quality documentation and
compliance with education standards and regulations.
· Collaborate with the team and provide
leadership as Responsible Person when required.
What
you’ll bring to the role:
· Certificate III (minimum) or Diploma in
Early Childhood Education plus a minimum of two years of on-the-job training,
and demonstratable skills and knowledge in Early Years practices.
· Sound knowledge of the issues and needs
that affect young children and their families, and experience in applying
strategies to support inclusive practice and positive outcomes for children.
· Sound knowledge of the National Quality
Framework and VEYLD and an understanding of how to apply and adopt relevant
policies, standards and regulations into the program.
· Excellent organisational and communication
skills.
· Full Australian working rights, Working
with Children Check and Australian Drivers Licence.
If you’re committed
to quality early childhood education and want to make a meaningful difference
in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you.
To read the full position description and
how to make your application stand out, visit towong.vic.gov.au/careers
Benefits of working at Towong Shire Council
· Local management and mentoring structure
· Multiple levels of expertise and support
· Additional opportunities for professional
development
· Wellbeing, financial and career development
support via our Employee Assistance Program
· Fortnightly pay cycle
· Additional purchased leave options
available
· Structured performance and 1:1 development
check-ins
· Career growth opportunities
· Study Leave provisions
· Additional Sick Leave entitlements based on
tenure
·Community-focused
regional locations
Applications close: COB Friday 7 August
2026. We encourage you to apply early, as applications are reviewed as they are
received. Rolling interviews will commence upon reviewing applications, and the
successful applicant may be appointed before the closing date.
Towong Shire Council is committed to creating a culture
where everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from
people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait
Islander people, minority groups, and people with disabilities. If you believe
you have relevant skills and experience to bring to the role, we encourage you
to apply.
As a Child Safe Organisation, Towong Shire Council
adheres to the Child Safe Standards. All applicants—regardless of the
position—may be required to provide, or obtain, a Working with Children Check
as part of the recruitment process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the
recruitment process, contact pc@towong.vic.gov.au
