Co Educator

About the program

We are currently looking for Co Educators who can come and join our team at MCM Early Years Hub in Doreen. We have an opportunity that is once in a lifetime in a non-for-profit organization that is making a difference in the community by providing quality early years services unlike any other. MCM Early Years Hub Doreen holds 120 places a day for children aged between 6 weeks-old to 6 years-old. The aim at MCM Doreen is to provide the community a service that they have never had before by recognizing each family’s needs individually. The right applicant will have strong knowledge in the National Quality Framework and the ability to apply early years “best practice” standards.

About the role

• To assist in the planning and implementation of a creative educational and culturally appropriate program, which actively engages children
• To support the learning, development and physical and emotional needs of the children as they participate in the program
• To ensure that all interactions with the children are positive, respectful and friendly

Skills and experience

• Diploma of Children’s Service or equivalent qualification as approved by ACECQA
• Ability to engage with and support children in an educational setting.
• Ability to contribute to the program and planning for children’s learning and development
• Awareness of the cultural needs of families.
• Must hold or be willing to hold:

• • Certified Supervisors Certificate
  • Level 2 First Aid Certificate
  • Anaphylaxis Training
  • Asthma Training

Please refer to the position description for the full duties and key selection criteria

How to apply

• Applications should include a current CV and cover letter.
• If you are a current MCM employee, please submit your application via the myHR job board
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
• We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

For more details or assistance with application submission please email: recruitment@mcm.org.au

Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment safety screening process as part of the MCM selection process. Appointments to MCM roles will be subject to the following safety screening checks (as applicable to the role): National (and International if applicable) Police Check (which includes Proof of Identity Check), Victorian Employee Working with Children Check, Qualification Verification Check, Employment History Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Right to Work in Australia and current and valid driver licence. All costs associated with safety checks (except National Police Check) will be at applicants’ expense. MCM employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 consistent with the Victoria public health orders regarding COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Procedures and applicants will be required to present acceptable proof of their vaccination status as part of their application.

Our commitment to diversity

MCM embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all different backgrounds to apply regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.  We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and lived experience, actively fostering an inclusive workplace.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 

Our commitment to safety

MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.