Provide children with a safe and stimulating environment, whilst maintaining effective operations of the centre.
* Commercial Services – Mt Helen Campus
* x 2 full-time, continuing appointments
* HEW 2 - $60,668 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation
Position closing date: 08/02/2026
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
About the role
Delivering a range of childcare programs meeting the needs, strengths and interests of the children you will work as part of a team promoting a caring and relaxing environment for each child.
You will:
* assist with the development of educational programs for children;
* support and encourage positive relationships;
* work collaboratively and actively contribute to the team environment;
* undertake duties to assist in the general running of the centre; and
* have sound knowledge of the Child Safe Standards, child safety and child protection.
About you
You will provide quality care and learning environments for children whilst understanding health and safety requirements specific to Early Childhood Education. You will have well-developed organisational, written and communication skills including conflict resolution. In addition, as the successful applicant, you will have the ability to work as part of a team.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 8 February 2026
Applicants are required to submit a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages and a resume.
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