• Full time, fixed-term 12 month opportunity
• Salary range: $49,393 - $52,202 p.a. plus 9.5% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.

About The Team

UWA Child Care Services provides an Early Learning Centre that offers part-time and full-time care to children aged six weeks to five years, and an Out of School Care Service that provides After School Care and Vacation Care for pre-primary students to twelve year olds, during state school terms and state school holidays.

Management and staff aim to provide high quality education and care and enriching learning experiences for all children, in partnership with their families, and in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012, Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012, and the National Quality Framework.

About The Opportunity

As the appointee, you will assist in the supervision and care of children and participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the developmental program.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Demonstrate

• Hold, or be actively working towards, a Certificate III in Children’s Services (Early Learning Centre staff only)
• Knowledge and understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012
• May exercise judgement over task sequencing on a day to day basis
• Provide advice or assistance based on some depth of knowledge in own area. Assist others by:
• Providing information about the individual needs of children, and by
• Observing and selecting between alternatives
• Where relevant case experiences arise, suggest changes to the learning environment and / or routines to facilitate positive outcomes for children
• Use tact in dealing with others

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying: Position Description - Assistant Educator.pdf

The content of your CV should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: Wednesday 17 February 2021

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
• UWA has been awarded Platinum Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2019).
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.