ECMS’ philosophy is simple; We foster lifelong learning. As a result, we have been operating for over 27 years and are one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers – through 70 Kindergartens and Early Learning and Care Centres, ECMS Educators impact the lives of 5,500 Victorian children each week. We are dedicated to consistently good learning outcomes, and being the place where the best early years people choose to be. ECMS is seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Practice Coach with subject matter expertise in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline to join the team on a full-time basis. This position will be contracted for two years with the possibility of extension to ongoing. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the learning journey in our growing organisation. This relational role serves to progress evidenced based practice across School Readiness Funding outcomes. Practice Coaches are part of the Early Childhood Education team and play an important role in ensuring ECMS deliver upon our commitment to show consistently good learning outcomes? for all children. At ECMS we now boast a truly interdisciplinary team of pedagogical and practice leaders, family and trauma consultants, allied health professionals and cross-cultural consultancy. We learn from each other, building our own capabilities, and join hands to create safe learning spaces for our teaching teams to challenge what they do and consider how their decisions may affect children differently. In 2023 our ongoing innovation and approach to relational practice was recognised when bestowed the prestigious Emeritus Professor Collette Tayler, Victorian Government Early Childhood Education Award. What will you do? Coach educational/service leaders and teams to better understand relational approaches focused on building connections and strengthening attachments, creating safe & secure places for children and families who have experienced or are experiencing the impacts of social and emotional vulnerabilities or trauma. Collaborate with and guide all educators on contemporary and inclusive strategies with evidence-based trauma informed approaches. Support services to improve relationships and outcomes with families. Provide ongoing support around agreed goals and measures. Work alongside partner organisations such as Melbourne City Mission, Brotherhood of St Laurence, and the Alannah Madeline Foundation. More about you Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or equivalent. Minimum five years’ direct practice experience working in children’s and/or family services. Experience working in or alongside the early years sector. Extensive experience, knowledge and skills in relevant contemporary practices and research Passionate about learning and personal development. Highly developed interpersonal, communication and coaching skills. What’s in it for you? Competitive remuneration package. Autonomy to decide where and how you work to achieve agreed outcomes and manage. your personal commitments. 50% childcare discount. 2% professional development allowance – your development is catered just for you. Opportunity to accelerate your career due to high level of responsibility and opportunities supplemented by exposure to high calibre colleagues and a wide variety of learning opportunities. Access to a range of retail and recreational activities at significantly reduced rates via our fully sponsored Employee Benefits Program such as Coles, Woolworths and Booking.com. Paid parental leave. ‘ECMS promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices, policies can be located here. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged. For more information or to request a Job Description, please contact Kathryn on 0438 947 011. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.