Department of Education Victoria – Sunshine VIC
7 days ago, from Department of Education & Training Victoria
The Victorian Government is establishing 50 government‑owned and operated early learning centres by 2032 as part of the Best Start, Best Life reforms. These centres offer childcare, Three and Four‑Year‑Old Kindergarten and Pre‑Prep. They aim to provide high‑quality, accessible and inclusive early childhood education and care that is child‑centred, focused on learning through play and nature, with strong connections to local communities.
Early Learning Victoria (ELV) is part of the Victorian Department of Education. The ELV central team leads the roll‑out of the 50 centres and supports and oversees the four centres that have recently opened. ELV is committed to creating a supportive and enriching work environment, with a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Early Learning Victoria is committed to Child Safety and the safeguarding of children from harm.
Location & Compensation
Early Childhood Educator (Diploma qualified) – Early Learning Victoria Muyan (Sunshine)
Salary band: $69,692 – $75,417
Early Learning Victoria has established a new government‑owned early learning and childcare centre located at Sunshine Primary School. Opened in 2025, this 130‑place centre offers childcare, Three and Four‑Year‑Old Kindergarten, eventually transitioning to include Pre‑Prep.
Role Purpose
The Early Childhood Educator (Diploma qualified) will support the team to deliver high‑quality early childhood education, guided by evidence‑informed contemporary pedagogy and practice aligned with the National Quality Standards, Victorian Early Years Learning & Development Framework, and National Education and Care Law and Regulations. You will help create a positive learning environment that facilitates rich interaction and supports children's social, emotional and cognitive development. You will build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues, ensuring an inclusive environment where each child's learning and development needs are met, and the service's policies and regulatory standards are maintained.
Role Requirements
* High Quality Practice: Coordinate an environment where children can flourish and thrive, supported by evidence‑informed pedagogy and practice that upholds all elements of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, and the National Quality Standards. Delegate tasks to team members consistent with qualifications to manage workload efficiently. Demonstrate regular reflective practice strategies and provide constructive feedback to staff to support professional development improvements.
* Compliance and Child Safety: Have a high‑level understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, National Quality Standards, Child Protection and Child Safe Standards, approved frameworks and all Early Learning Victoria policies and procedures. Ensure these are embedded in centre practices and are adhered to by team members.
* Educational Delivery: Develop, deliver and coordinate integrated teaching and learning strategies guided by the individual learning and development needs of each child. Encourage reflective practice with all members of the team to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching practices and their impact on children's learning and development. Complete documentation in relation to children's learning in line with organisational philosophy and evaluate the impact of teaching practices. Play an active role in providing clear communication with families regarding their child's development.
Capabilities
* Personal Attributes: Demonstrate the public sector values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership and human rights.
* Flexibility and Adaptability: Operate well in a flexible and changing environment and manage workload efficiently to meet the centre's needs. Demonstrate initiative and seek guidance and direction from senior colleagues when unsure.
* Working Collaboratively: Support a culture of collaboration within the centre and build effective relationships with stakeholders and the community to maximise the centre's impact.
* Positive Learning Environment: Achieve a positive learning environment by empowering staff to facilitate meaningful and rich interactions. Use respectful communication to guide and support children's social, emotional and cognitive development. Build and maintain respectful relationships with families and staff and ensure all children feel safe and valued within a supportive classroom.
* Communication: Utilize effective communication skills to develop and maintain meaningful relationships with staff, families, and children, fostering a supportive and collaborative centre environment. Motivate staff and provide encouragement, promoting a positive learning culture. Model respectful relationships with children, staff and families.
Selection Criteria
* Demonstrates Child Safety and Compliance (see role requirements).
* Personal Attributes (see Capabilities).
* High Quality Practice (see role requirements).
* Positive Learning Environment (see Capabilities).
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability.
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via email placeholder .
Applicants seeking part‑time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if successful, request a reduced time fraction. Requests will be negotiated on a case‑by‑case basis and be subject to operational requirements.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child‑safe environments. All schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: Child Safe Standards Policy .
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: Department Values Overview .
Conditions of Employment
Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role. In your cover letter, please also respond directly to the Key Selection Criteria.
Applications will only be reviewed after the job ad close date. For more information about the role please contact Marianne Fruci at email placeholder .
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. If you require adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or an accessible format of the ad or any attachments, please let us know via phone or email.
Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday 21 December 2025.
Who May Apply
Experience required will include:
* Demonstrated experience as an early childhood educator (Diploma qualified) delivering a high‑quality play‑based educational program.
* High‑level understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework, Education Care Services National Law and Regulations, the National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards.
* Effective communication and relationship‑building skills with staff, children, families and communities.
* Experience working with vulnerable children and families is desirable.
Specific skills/qualifications required:
* ACECQA approved Diploma‑level qualification or actively working towards a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
* Valid Employee Working with Children Check.
* Willingness to consent to a Police Check (arranged by Early Learning Victoria).
* International Police Check required if resided outside of Australia for 12 months or more during the last 10 years.
* First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications.
* Protecting Children – Mandatory Reporting online learning.
* Food Handling Certificate and Safe Sleep Training is desirable.
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