Early Childhood Educator - Diploma (9851714)
Location: Morobe Street Children's Centre, 229 Oriel Road, Heidelberg West
Department: Family and Community Services
Compensation: Annual AUD $31,306.61 - $33,091.96
Employment type: Temporary Part Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Play a meaningful role in supporting children's growth and development in Banyule.
Join a supportive service that values teamwork and makes a meaningful difference in children's early years. We are seeking expressions of interest from Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educators for a short-term opportunity at Morobe Children's Centre. Working across all rooms, you'll help deliver high-quality education and care for children from birth to age 6, with access to professional development and opportunities to increase your hours throughout the week.
Why you'll love this role
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a supportive team where you can make a real difference in children's early years. Working across all rooms, you'll deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences that support each child's development and wellbeing. This part-time role provides breaks cover on a four-week rotating roster, working Tuesdays and Wednesdays – 8 hours per day, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. The role offers variety and collaboration, with a strong focus on child safety, inclusion and continuous improvement within a nurturing and professional environment. Shifts are scheduled between 6:45 am and 6:15 pm over a four-week cycle.
What you'll do
* Plan and deliver quality education and care programs for children from birth to 6 years, aligned with relevant early years frameworks
* Build positive relationships with children and families, supporting daily routines, wellbeing and inclusive participation
* Observe and document children's learning, maintain learning records, and contribute to program planning
* Maintain a child‐safe environment by following Council policies, procedures and Child Safe Standards
* Work collaboratively with educators, families and the Service Coordinator to support positive outcomes for children
What you'll bring / what we are looking for
* Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, as recognised under the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011
* Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework
* Understanding of child development, mandatory reporting requirements and culturally responsive practice
* Strong teamwork, time management and documentation skills to support children's learning and development.
Pre‐employment requirements
* CPR / First Aid
* Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates
* Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
* Current Working with Children's Check
We offer
* A temporary (until 25 September 2026), part‐time role (16 hours per week).
* Salary range $31,306.61 to $33,091.96 per annum plus super (dependent on experience). For comparison, at full‐time, this is equivalent to $74,353.19 to $78,591.71 per annum.
* 26 weeks of paid parental leave – primary carer / 4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well‐being initiatives.
* Flexible work and leave arrangement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, please inform us.
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