Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Council’s Family Health Support Services Department is looking for an Educator Assistant (Certificate 3) who will be responsible for providing a safe and stimulating environment for children and ensuring the provision of a quality service that is accessible, flexible and responsive to the needs of families and community.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• Working in a team environment to support the implementation of an education and care program that supports children’s learning and development 
• Providing an environment that caters for each child’s needs with regards to safety, health, nutrition, personal development and general well-being.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers

This is a permanent full-time position.

About you

• Minimum qualification in Certificate 3 Children’s Services, in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (National Law) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011.
• Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting
• A sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework 

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Rostered Day Off
• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• Employee assistance program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 3 currently $69,665.28 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Jess Stepankovski on (03) 8773 9520 or jessica.stepankovski@frankston.vic.gov.au

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page. 

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.  

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.