Part-time (0.4 to 0.6 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months. Base salary range: $80,243– $88,940p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. About the area Join the dynamic team at KIDDO (www.kiddo.edu.au), a program dedicated to tackling the declining levels of gross motor skills and physical activity in Australian children. Based within the School of Human Sciences at UWA, KIDDO offers a vibrant and driven environment. Expect to collaborate with passionate individuals committed to providing children with the best start in life. Since its establishment in 2014, KIDDO has engaged with 765 Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services plus thousands of primary schools with plans for further growth. Supported by Healthway, our mission is to support and empower ECEC services across Australia to use the KIDDO program through workshops, promotions, and resources, embedding KIDDO into ECEC programs nationwide into the future. About the opportunity Promote the KIDDO physical literacy program across ECEC services nationwide. Plan and coordinate events to drive awareness of the KIDDO program. Foster engagement and support ECEC services in successfully implementing the KIDDO program. About you Relevant tertiary or post-secondary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency. Experience working in the early childhood education and care sector and an understanding of the National Quality Framework. Experience delivering gross motor skill activities to young children. Highly developed presentation skills with the ability to deliver engaging and informative workshops for early childhood educators. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise and work with a range of people at different levels. Well-developed proficiency in a range of computer skills including the Microsoft office suite. Note : A current National Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant. Position description: PD [Early Years Engagement Specialist] [518788].pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Amanda Derbyshire at amanda.derbyshireuwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 20 November 2024. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hruwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.