About the Role
Full-time fixed term contracts until December 2026. In line with the Safe Haven Program, you will hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education, along with 4 years of experience in the field.
As the program grows, we are seeking Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educators to meet the increasing demand for quality education and care. This is a collaborative role within a research project that informs future government funding for early childhood services and aims to improve outcomes for families now and in the future. You will work under the direction of the multidisciplinary leadership team to support the effective implementation of the Safe Haven program in Wendouree, targeted at children aged 0-3 at enrolment. You will be part of a team providing quality education and care in a safe, secure, stimulating and healthy environment and ensure the developmental needs, interests and experiences of each child in care are being met.
The role involves five hours of contact per day as part of the Safe Haven programme (from 9:30am – 2:30pm). Your day may include opportunities for professional growth, more planning time, one-on-one guidance, and assistance from cross-functional leadership teams.
The program targets children aged birth to three years experiencing significant family stress and social disadvantage. The objective is that children living with adversity experience a stable and enriching early learning program and enter school as confident and successful learners who are developmentally on par with their peers.
We are seeking a passionate and committed Early Childhood Educator to own this role and contribute to the implementation and operations of the program. Key features include high staff/child ratios, highly qualified and experienced educators, a dedicated pedagogical leader, an infant mental health consultant and a family support worker as team members who have ample time to plan, reflect and collaborate.
This is a challenging and rewarding position suitable for an experienced early years professional with knowledge of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory, and established professional networks, with a strong interest in a multidisciplinary approach and a commitment to addressing the early years needs of the Ballarat community. These are temporary full-time roles or casual roles until December 2026.
About You
With a genuine interest in meeting the needs of children and their families you will demonstrate the ability to be part of a team of early year professionals with a holistic approach to the care, education and development of children that reflects an awareness of the wellbeing of children in your care.
Your strong communication and relationship-building skills will enable you to foster and sustain partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders including parents, colleagues, and community members. You will be naturally able to motivate, support and work with educators across all aspects of service provision to achieve desired outcomes within the service's parameters.
Your previous experience working with vulnerable communities within a child-centred, trauma-informed, family-focused framework, supported by an understanding of and respect for diverse social and cultural values and attitudes in relation to caring for children, will help you succeed in this rewarding role.
The successful applicant will hold a relevant tertiary Diploma in Early Childhood (or equivalent as approved by the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority) and substantial professional experience in Early Years services.
Next Steps
To apply for this position please submit your application including a cover letter and current resume.
Applications close Sunday 21st June 2026.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.
Contact
For any additional questions, please contact Susan Martin, Coordinator of the Rowan View Children's Service on 0408 304 705.
EEO Statement
The City of Ballarat is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values diversity, flexibility and child safety. We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the process to ensure equitable access. We undertake an employment screening process to ensure this commitment is upheld, including ensuring the successful candidate holds a valid working with children check and satisfactory criminal history record check.
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