• Part time leadership position
• Located near the Merri Creek of the Wurundjeri people in Coburg

We offer an inclusive service, with a deep commitment to social justice, inclusion, sustainability, and reconciliation.

Fantastic opportunity to join a diverse, professional team who encourage strong, open relationships with children and families.

who we are:

Barry Beckett Children’s Centre (BBCC) is a community not-for-profit early childhood education and care service located on the lands of the Wurundjeri people, near Merri Creek in Coburg.

The Centre is named after Councillor Barry Beckett, who championed rights for refugees and local families, creating an important social service in the Coburg area.  We wish to acknowledge and reflect the significance of these aspects of our history and instil a shared understanding with the children who play here and the educators who work here.

We are an inclusive service, with a deep commitment to social justice, inclusion, sustainability, and reconciliation. We strive for excellence in teaching and care, supporting ongoing learning and continuous improvement for our staff.

• We recognise the importance of all our employees’ health and well-being, providing a dedicated Employee Assistance Program.
• We are a 93-place centre with five learning spaces, and six programs – four of those are kinder programs, with a total of 6 teaching staff.
• We are proud of our diverse, professional team who encourage strong, open relationships with children and families.
• We are passionate about research and evidence-based practise and creating learning environments and using teaching strategies that are responsive to all children's strengths, skills and interests.
• We are committed to learning with children about our First Nations past and present.
• We are committed to children’s protection from any form of harm.

About the Opportunity:

• An opportunity to be an integral part of the leadership and management team overseeing curriculum decisions and direction.

• Leading and mentoring Educators to provide quality early childhood education and care in line with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development and National Quality Frameworks.
• Developing and maintaining high standards of education and care for children enrolled at Barry Beckett Childrens Centre, consistent with our philosophy, vision and values.
• Designing, reviewing and maintaining the educational and care programs across the Centre in collaboration with all stakeholders. This includes the development of the philosophy, policy and guidelines, & structural elements (including the two annual professional development days) to enable and support excellent pedagogical practice.
• Engaging educators, children, families and the community in the program and effectively communicate current research and evidence based high quality practise.
• Managing kindergarten funding through the KIM System, which includes the kindergarten funding and School Readiness Program.

About You:

You are an exceptional leader who shares our values and purpose. An individual who will collaborate with educators and provide curriculum direction and guidance. An influencer who will drive positive outcomes for children and their families.

You are passionate about mentoring educators and supporting children in a learning community to explore the world around them whilst encouraging the development of strong relationships and engagement of families

You may be an educational leader or experienced teacher looking to progress your career.

Requirements and information:

• ACECQA recognised Degree or Master's in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
• Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teachers
• Meet the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• Leadership and Management Training
• Have experience leading teams at a high level

Skills:

• Exceptional time management
• Ability to coordinate responsibilities to enable smooth and efficient running of the programs
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, responsibility and respect in all aspects of the position
• Ability to plan and efficiently organise time and prioritise tasks

Specialist Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, National Quality Standard for Early Education and Care, National Quality Framework the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics
• Advanced knowledge of Kindergarten Funding System in Victoria
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of current Early Childhood research and demonstrated ability to implement innovative programs
• Experience in coaching and mentoring staff

We are a signatory to the VECA 2021 agreement which mirrors the terms, conditions, and salaries of the VECTEA 2020.