* Salary Level Child Care Service 3

* Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About RMIT

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 95,000 students and 10,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways.

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT's leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.

Our Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

About You

The Early Childhood Assistant is responsible:

* To work as team member to provide high quality care to meet the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of individuals and groups of children.

* To contribute to planning, implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate programs for individuals and groups of children in conjunction with other staff.

* To meet a high quality standard of care in line with the principles of the Children's Services Act 1996, Children's Services regulations 2009, The National Quality framework (NQF), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Victorian Early Years Learning and Development (VELYLD) and the Centre's philosophy and mission statement.

* To build and maintain close relationships with parents of the children in the centre, through constant communication, to meet the needs of individual families

To be successful in this position, you'll have as a minimum:

* Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education

* Current working with children check

* Level 2 First aid Anaphylaxis and Asthma training

* Excellent knowledge of the Children's Services Act 1996, Children's Services regulations 2009, The National Quality framework (NQF), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Victorian Early Years Learning and Development (VELYLD) and the Centre's philosophy and mission statement.

* A thorough knowledge of children's development and ability to contribute to observation, planning, implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate children's programs.

* Flexibility, both within the room and according to the needs of the Centre as a whole.

* Well developed Interpersonal skills.

* Ability to co-operatively contribute to and support a team environment.

* Ability to work co-operatively and respect families from diverse cultural, socio-economic and religious backgrounds.

* Willingness to participate in in-service programs, staff development programs and staff meetings.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

About the Portfolio

The Students Portfolio is responsible for identifying, planning and implementing services that meet the needs and aspirations of RMIT's different student groups. It consists of the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor, the Academic Registrar's Group, the Student Services Group and RMIT Union.

Staff within the Portfolio work closely with the Colleges, academic and teaching staff and associated entities to lead the core activities of the University that relate to the student lifecycle. In doing so, the Portfolio identifies improvements to enhance student life and facilitates positive student experiences of RMIT.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link below. For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Margaret Crosbie via email childcare.city@rmit.edu.au.

PD – Early Childhood Assistant.pdf

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMIT is a Disability Confident Recruitment Team and we are happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us at TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au telling us your preferred type of communication and we will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Please note that whilst we still accept applications from any persons interested in our roles, due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently prioritising applications from those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australia's immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/

Vaccination Requirements

The COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions, made under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 (Vic) and as amended and replaced from time to time (Directions), affect all persons employed or engaged to perform work by RMIT.

As such, offers of employment from RMIT are conditional upon the applicant being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt and providing satisfactory evidence of the same. You can access the Directions here: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorias-restriction-levels-covid-19