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

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Diploma qualified Educators to join the Community Services and Support Department at Mahogany Rise Child and Family Centre on a casual basis.

As a Casual Educator, you will work collaboratively with our team to provide high-quality education and care for children, supporting their learning, development, wellbeing, and inclusion within a safe and nurturing environment.

The main responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with team members to deliver high-quality education and care programs that support and inspire children's learning and development.
• Creating and maintaining an environment that prioritises children's safety, health, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.
• Building positive and respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Supporting the effective day-to-day operation of the service while maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Contributing to a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging environment that promotes positive outcomes for children and families.

This is a casual position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work across a range of shifts to support service delivery.

About You

As the successful candidate you will have:

• Hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent recognised qualification) in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011.
• Hold a current Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting qualification (or be willing to obtain).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Framework, including the National Quality Standard and Early Years Learning Framework.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment to deliver high-quality education and care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the broader community.
• A commitment to child safety, inclusion, and supporting positive outcomes for children and families.
• Understanding of contemporary early childhood education practices and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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:

• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
• Employee assistance program

This position is a Band 4A currently remunerated at $47.15 per hours, 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 Jessica Stepankovski via email at Jessica.Stepankovski@frankston.vic.gov.au

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

The closing date for applications to this role is Monday, 5 October at 11:55pm.

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.

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.  

Child Safety

Frankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe. 

At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.  Please refer to the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page as this will be referred to in an interview. 

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.