• Support teachers and educators in building collaborative partnerships with families
• Be an inspiring leader by inspiring and mentoring the team.
• Full Time, Maximum Term contract (12-month parental leave contract)

Working in a full-time capacity at our Reservoir service, the Assistant Coordinator will provide coaching and mentoring to support teachers and educators with all aspects of program planning, implementation and assessment in accordance with approved learning frameworks and the service philosophy.

In developing the program, you will plan, implement, and modify a quality and diverse educational program based on an approved curriculum framework while utilising a variety of teaching strategies including intentional teaching and reflective practice in your daily work.

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What’s on offer

Up to 60% discount on childcare at Uniting Early Learning Services

Investment in your career through ongoing professional development.

Autonomy and ownership of the portfolio and to really make a mark. Supported by situational leadership that adapts to meet your needs and guide you where necessary.

In addition to receiving a competitive base salary and superannuation, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and access to the full $15,900 salary packaging benefits.  There is also an option for additional purchasedleave to increase your annual leave entitlements. Uniting also offer 10-week’s paid parental leave.

About you

You are a motivated and experienced early learning professional with a passion for people and learning. Experienced at leading a team, you are proactive in your day-to-day work – working independently and as part of a team, supporting our staff and children on their journey of learning. You easily establish rapport with people and leverage this to engage in critical reflection around professional growth and development.

With your extensive experience you have strong knowledge and demonstrated application of early learning frameworks along with an in depth understanding of the applicable regulations and laws surrounding early learning.

How to Apply

Click APPLY NOW to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone.

If you’ve questions about the opportunity, please contact Jess Whyte, Early Learning Program Manager via email – [email protected] using the subject line: Assistant Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org 

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.