POSITION

DESCRIPTION
Position Title:

Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator

Directorate:

Community Development

Department:

Youth, Early Years and Families

Unit:

Kindergarten Services

Classification:

Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator

Position Objective
Work with fellow educators to provide Kindergarten aged children with a high quality
Kindergarten program designed to meet the individual and group needs in accordance with
the National Quality Framework (NQF).

Key Responsibilities

Support, deliver and maintain a high quality program in accordance with the National Quality
Framework (NQF) inclusive of the Education and Care Services National Law Act, the
Education and Care Services National Regulations, the approved Early Learning Frameworks of
Australia, the National Quality Standards and Rating and Assessment.
To work in close partnership with the Kindergarten Teacher and co-educators to support,
prepare, implement and evaluate a high quality program that reflects the Service philosophy,
Kindergarten Team Culture plan, and Policies and Procedures of Wyndham City Councils
Kindergarten Service.
Assist the Teacher with completing documentation, observations, reflections and planning.
To stand in as the room leader in the absence of the Teacher.
Create a warm, welcoming, flexible and inclusive environment where supportive and
respectful partnerships with all families are paramount.
Support the participation of all children within a high quality Kindergarten program, inclusive
of children with additional needs.
Work in partnership with families to enable them to contribute to service decisions,
participation in the kindergarten community and actively contribute to their childs learning
and development in a meaningful way.
Develop strong relationships with families that provide support, guidance and information
that is easily accessible and reliable, and ensures connections with the local community as
required.
Maintain a professional workplace with colleagues, where open communication, respectful
debate and professional practice is promoted to continuously improve the program for the
benefit of children and their families.

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Participate in a range of professional development training opportunities to maintain, improve

and broaden individual professional knowledge and skills.
Assist in the centre administration requirements on behalf of Wyndham City and the
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) as required.
Responsible for maintaining a high quality standard of hygiene and service relevant current
regulation requirements.
Carry out other duties commensurate with skills and abilities as deemed reasonable and
appropriate to the role as directed from time to time.
Risk Management
o Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of sound risk management within
the areas of responsibility and in accordance Wyndhams Risk Management Policy. Create
an environment where managing risk is accepted as the personal responsibility of each
employee.

Accountability and Extent of Authority

Responsible under the Teachers guide for the planning and implementation of a play based
kindergarten program which has measurable outcomes and meets the requirements of the
NQF, including the Education and Care Services National Regulations, Education and Care
Services National Law Act, the Service Funding Agreement and the approved Early Years
Learning Framework/s of Australia.
Assist in the centre administration requirements for Wyndham City and DEECD.
Compliance with Local, State and Commonwealth guidelines and regulations.

Judgement and Decision Making

Monitor and evaluate the kindergarten environment, both, indoors and outdoors to ensure
the safety, supervision and wellbeing of children, staff and other visitors.
Support the monitoring and evaluation of individual progress and development of children
and advise parents of concerns and provide information and support to parents, as required.
Support the delivery of individualised programs for children.
Guidance and advice is always available.

Specialist Skills and Knowledge

Understanding of the function of the position within organisational context, including relevant
policies, regulations and precedents.
Ability to develop and implement the requirements that meet the VEYLDF and the EYLF.
Ability to support the implementation and requirements of the NQF, inclusive of:
o
The approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia.
o
The Education and Care Services National Law (National Law).
o
The Education and Care Services National Regulations (National Regulations).
o
The National Quality Framework and the 7 Quality Areas.
o
The National Quality Rating and assessment process.
o
DEECD Service.
o
The Australian Childrens Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).

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Management Skills

Ability to manage time, set priorities, plan and organise ones own work so as to achieve
specific and set objectives in the most efficient way within resources available and within a set
timetable.
Ability to show initiative and be flexible in the work undertaken.

Interpersonal Skills

Well-developed oral and written communication skills including the ability to relate to
individuals of various ages and cultures appropriately.
Ability to foster, undertake and encourage positive communication with team members and
the community.
Diplomacy, confidentiality and sensitivity in communication and service provisions at all times.
Preparation of routine correspondence and reports.
Ability to gain cooperation and assistant from a range of stakeholders within the scope of the
role.

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma in Childrens Services with relevant experience in an early years setting.

Thorough understanding and sound knowledge of the legislative requirements, regulations,
developmental frameworks and the NQF.
Thorough understanding and the ability to implement the requirements of the NQF: inclusive
of the Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Education and Care Services National
Regulations, the approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia, the National Quality
Standards and Rating and Assessment
Demonstrated ability to implement high quality early years educational programs.
Demonstrated experience with completing documentation, observations, reflections and
planning.
Demonstrated experience as a room leader.
Working with Childrens Check.
Current ACECQA approved First Aid Certificate (including CPR).
Current ACECQA approved First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis Certificate.
Current ACECQA approved Emergency Asthma Management Certificate.
Current Drivers Licence is desirable.

Inherent Requirements of Position

This section lists the demands and work environment more often than not in order to perform the
essential functions of the position: Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator
Task
Office Duties

Description
-

Sitting at a workstation on an adjustable office chair, general

office based work, using a computer for up to one hour at a
time, followed by a break.
Includes general office based work such as handling files,
various paperwork, attending phone calls and customer

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Standing

Standing for periods up to an hour at a time.

Manual Handling

Outdoor Activities

Frequent lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, stretching and

pulling.
Sun exposure associated with outdoor activities, sun protection
provided.

Other Relevant Information

Wyndham City Kindergarten Staff are appointed to the Service. Staff may be directed to
relocate to other locations as required by the Kindergarten Unit. Annual enrolment
fluctuations may necessitate relocation of positions. These positions will firstly be advertised
for Expressions of Interest from affected staff, and may involve a change of Centre and
alteration in hours of employment.
Wyndham City Kindergarten Staff are to attend out of hours meetings as required.
Wyndham City Kindergarten Staff are required to be available to work Saturdays if the service
requires in order to facilitate the implementation of Universal Access.
Employment is subject to the presentation of the right to work in Australia.

Key Selection Criteria

Hold a Diploma in Childrens Services with relevant experience in an early years setting.
Demonstrated ability in the delivery of high quality early years educational programs through
implementation of planning, documentation, reflection and collaborative practices.
Demonstrated experience as a room leader.
Thorough understanding and ability to implement the requirements of the VEYLDF and the
EYLF
Sound knowledge, understanding and ability in implementation of the NQF: inclusive of the
Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Education and Care Services National
Regulations, the approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia, the National Quality
Standards and Rating and Assessment
Working with Children Check and current ACECQA approved Certificates:
o
First Aid Certificate (including CPR)
o
First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
o
Emergency Asthma Management

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HR Services Internal Use Only

Position Number(s):

202043, 202044, 202045, 202046

PD Current as at:

29 January 2015

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POSITION
DESCRIPTION
Position Title:

Kindergarten Assistant

Directorate:

Community Development

Department:

Youth, Early Years and Families

Unit:

Kindergarten Services

Classification:

Kindergarten Assistant

Position Objective
Work with fellow Educators to provide Kindergarten aged children with a high quality
Kindergarten program designed to meet the individual and group needs in accordance with
the National Quality Framework (NQF).

Key Responsibilities

Support, deliver and maintain a high quality program in accordance with the National Quality
Framework inclusive of the Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Education and
Care Services National Regulations, the approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia, the
National Quality Standards and Rating and Assessment.
Support, prepare, implement and evaluate a high quality program that reflects the Service
philosophy, Kindergarten Team Culture plan, and Policies and Procedures of Wyndham City
Councils Kindergarten Service.
Create a warm, welcoming, flexible and inclusive environment where supportive and
respectful partnerships with all families are paramount.
Support the participation of all children within a high quality Kindergarten program, inclusive
of children with additional needs.
Create a warm, welcoming, flexible and inclusive environment where supportive and
respectful partnerships with all families are paramount.
Work in partnership with families to enable them to contribute to service decisions,
participation in the kindergarten community and actively contribute to their childs learning
and development in a meaningful way.
Develop strong relationships with families that provide support, guidance and information
that is easily accessible and reliable, and ensures connections with the local community as
required.
Participate in a range of professional development training opportunities to maintain, improve
and broaden individual professional knowledge and skills.

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Assist in the centre administration requirements on behalf of Wyndham City and the
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) as required.
Responsible for maintaining a high quality standard of hygiene and service relevant current
regulation requirements.
Carry out other duties commensurate with skills and abilities as deemed reasonable and
appropriate to the role as directed from time to time.
Risk Management
o Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of sound risk management within
the areas of responsibility and in accordance Wyndhams Risk Management Policy. Create
an environment where managing risk is accepted as the personal responsibility of each
employee.

Accountability and Extent of Authority

Assist in the planning and implementation of a play based kindergarten program which has
measurable outcomes and meets the requirements of the NQF, including the Education and Care
Services National Regulations, Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Service Funding
Agreement and the approved Early Years Learning Framework/s of Australia.
Assist in the centre administration requirements for Wyndham City and the DEECD.
Compliance with Local, State and Commonwealth guidelines and regulations.

Judgement and Decision Making

Monitor and evaluate the kindergarten environment, both, indoors and outdoors to ensure the
safety, supervision and wellbeing of children, staff and other visitors.
Support the monitoring and evaluation of individual progress and development of children and
advise parents of concerns and provide information and support to parents, as required.
Support the delivery of individualised programs for children.
Guidance and advice is always available.

Specialist Skills and Knowledge

Understanding of the function of the position within organisational context, including relevant
policies, regulations and precedents.
Ability to support the implementation and requirements of the NQF, inclusive of:

The approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia.

The Education and Care Services National Law (National Law).

The Education and Care Services National Regulations (National Regulations).

The National Quality Framework and the 7 Quality Areas.

The National Quality Rating and assessment process.

DEECD Service.

The Australian Childrens Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).

Management Skills

Ability to manage time, set priorities, plan and organise ones own work so as to achieve specific
and set objectives in the most efficient way within resources available and within a set
timetable.
Ability to show initiative and be flexible in the work undertaken.

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Interpersonal Skills

The ability to gain co-operation and assistance from members of the public and other employees
in the delivery of Kindergarten programs.
Preparation of routine correspondence and reports.
Ability to foster, undertake and encourage positive communication with team members and the
community.
Diplomacy, confidentiality and sensitivity in communication and service provisions at all times.

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma in Childrens Services or as a minimum Certificate 3 in Childrens Service with relevant

experience in an early years setting.
Sound knowledge and understanding of the legislative requirements, regulations,
developmental frameworks and the National Quality Framework.
Ability to support the implementation and requirements of the NQF: inclusive of the Education
and Care Services National Law Act, the Education and Care Services National Regulations, the
approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia, the National Quality Standards and Rating and
Assessment
Demonstrated ability to implement high quality early years educational programs.
Working with Childrens Check.
Current ACECQA approved First Aid Certificate (including CPR).
Current ACECQA approved First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis Certificate.
Current ACECQA approved Emergency Asthma Management Certificate.
Current Drivers Licence is desirable.

Inherent Requirements of Position

This section lists the demands and work environment more often than not in order to perform the
essential functions of the position: Kindergarten Assistant
Task
Office Duties

Description
-

Sitting at a workstation on an adjustable office chair, general

office based work, using a computer for up to one hour at a
time, followed by a break.
Includes general office based work such as handling files,
various paperwork, attending phone calls and customer
enquiries.

Standing

Standing for periods up to an hour at a time.

Manual Handling

Outdoor Activities

Frequent lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, stretching and

pulling.
Sun exposure associated with outdoor activities, sun protection
provided.

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Other Relevant Information

Wyndham City Kindergarten Staff are appointed to the Service. Staff may be directed to
relocate to other locations as required by the Kindergarten Unit. Annual enrolment fluctuations
may necessitate relocation of positions. These positions will firstly be advertised for Expressions
of Interest from affected staff, and may involve a change of Centre and alteration in hours of
employment.
Wyndham City Kindergarten Staff are to attend out of hours meetings as required.
Wyndham City Kindergarten Staff are required to be available to work Saturdays if the service
requires in order to facilitate the implementation of Universal Access.
Employment is subject to the presentation of the right to work in Australia.

Key Selection Criteria

Diploma in Childrens Services or as a minimum Certificate 3 in Childrens Service with relevant

experience in an early years setting.
Sound knowledge, understanding and ability to support the implementation of the NQF:
inclusive of the Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Education and Care Services
National Regulations, the approved Early Learning Frameworks of Australia, the National Quality
Standards and Rating and Assessment
Demonstrated ability to assist in the delivery of high quality early years educational programs.
Working with Children Check and current ACECQA approved Certificates:

First Aid Certificate (including CPR)

First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis

Emergency Asthma Management

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HR Services Internal Use Only

Position Number(s):

201518, 201519, 201520, 201522, 201523, 201525, 201526,

201530, 201531, 201532, 201533, 201535, 201536, 201537,
201546, 201547, 201548, 201551, 201553, 201558, 201559,
201560, 201561, 201566, 201567, 201568, 201569, 201572,
201573, 201577, 201578, 201582, 201586, 201587, 201588,
201591, 201592, 201597, 201598, 201599, 201600, 201605,
201606, 201607, 201608, 201609, 201614, 201615, 201616,
201617, 201619, 201624, 201625, 201626, 201627, 201630,
20163, 201980,202022

PD Current as at:

15 September 2014