Part-Time Lunch-Cover Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III
About the role
* Commencing Term 2, 2026
Are you passionate about supporting young children to learn, grow, and thrive? We are seeking a caring and dedicated Certificate III Early Childhood Educator to join our Hollins Children Centre Sessional Kindergarten team and play a meaningful role in shaping the early learning journeys of our youngest learners.
This is a part-time lunch cover position, working 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00am – 2:00pm, ideal for someone seeking family-friendly hours while making a positive impact.
Hollins Children Centre offers high-quality funded three and four-year-old Kindergarten programs. The service is conveniently located in Pakenham, in a purpose-built centre.
What you will be doing:
* Support the teaching team during lunch breaks to maintain a caring, safe environment for all children
* Assist with daily routines, transitions, and supervision across indoor and outdoor play
* Engage positively with children, helping create a sense of fun and security
* Work collaboratively with educators and leaders to uphold Cire’s standards of excellence and inclusion
The Perks
We put our people first. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:
* Salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay.
* Inclusive and friendly culture where you’ll feel valued.
* Comprehensive EAP.
* Purpose-driven work that benefits vulnerable communities.
* 10 weeks paid leave during school holidays
* Discounted childcare fees – 55% off the gap fee for your children at other Cire Early Learning Services
About You
You are someone who:
* Is passionate about early childhood education and creating inclusive, nurturing learning environments
* Has experience designing and delivering play-based learning programs
* Comfortable working within the National Quality and Victorian Early Years Learning Frameworks
* Is compassionate, caring, and committed to making a positive difference for children and families
* Be an engaging and effective communicator (with children and families)
* Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team
Essential Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
* Be eligible to work in Australia
* Hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
* Have a current First Aid and CPR Certificate
* Have a current Working with Children Check
Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like your next career move, click Apply now!
For a confidential chat, contact People & Culture Team on 7067 6146.
Applications close Friday 3rd April 2026.
Cire Services reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.
Our Commitment to Child Safety
Cire Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Victorian Child Safe Standards to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of children and young people is at the forefront of all that we do and every decision that we make.
All staff members are responsible for understanding, implementing, and promoting our Charter of Commitment to Child Safety. This commitment is integral to our organisational culture and daily operations.
As part of our dedication to child safety, all prospective employees must undergo a thorough screening process before appointment. Compliance with Child Protection and Child Safety policies, procedures and training is a mandatory condition of employment at Cire Services.