Posted: 07/08/2025
Closing Date: 17/08/2025
Salary: $45, $55,248.00
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Anglesea Kindergarten
Job Category: Early Years Development
* Permanent Part Time
* Located at Anglesea Kindergarten
* Salary dependent on level of experience
* 2025 (temp) – Diploma qualified position
2026 (ongoing) – Cert III qualified position
Diploma qualified position is not required for 2026 due to reduction of enrolments
Your new career
Surf Coast Shire Council is currently looking to fill an Early Childhood Educator position at Anglesea Kindergarten.
If you are passionate about the education and care of young children and want to be part of an organisation that values the wellness, safety and education of children aged 0-5 years, we want to hear from you.
Early Childhood Educator Hours – Permanent Part-Time – Anglesea Kindergarten
19 hours per week
15 hours contact time, plus 4 hours non-contact time
Contact time:
Monday: 8:30am – 3:00pm
Tuesday: 8:30am – 2:45pm
Wednesday: 8:30am – 2:45pm
Job Description
Our Kindergarten Educator:
* Ensure the provision of a high quality education and care program that meets the approved learning frameworks and National Quality Standards set by the Victorian Government; and
* Support an inclusive and safe environment for children where innovation, creativity, active play and resilience are encouraged.
What you will bring to the role:
We are currently looking for an Early Childhood Educator who is compassionate, dedicated and driven to making a positive impact on the lives of our local community members and their families.
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Knowledge of early childhood development and practice
* Knowledge of approved learning frameworks, National Quality Framework and national law and regulations.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Key selection criteria
Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements
* 2025 (temp) - Diploma of Children's Services from an ACECQA approved training organisation.
* 2026 (ongoing) – Minimum Certificate III in Children's Services from an ACECQA approved training organisation.
* Demonstrated experience working with children and families.
* Experience in assisting in the development and implementation of an educational program in accordance with approved learning frameworks.
* Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and an understanding of how this impacts on daily practice.
* Excellent skills in verbal and written communication with children, staff and the wider community.
* Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with all staff.
* Ability to manage risks and identify health and safety issues pertaining to workplace.
* A current level II First Aid qualification, including Asthma, Anaphylaxis and CPR.
For more information
Early Childhood Educator – Diploma Trained - Kindergarten
Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III in Children's Services
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Georgie Shepherd, Team Leader Kindergarten Programs on
How to apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:
* cover letter including your statement addressing the selection criteria
* copy of your resume.
Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.
Simply complete the application process and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 17 August 2025
Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.