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* 1 x Qualified Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)
* Part time at Lady Huntingfield Early Learning & Family Services Centre
* $73,324 to $85,003 (Dep on skills + experience) + 12% superannuation
About the role
At the City of Melbourne, we place people, families and community at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to keep Melbourne a city for all – liveable, healthy and vibrant – with services that meet the needs of our diverse and growing population.
Through our Children’s Services, we provide high-quality childcare, parenting and family support programs, immunisation, maternal and child health services, youth services and services for older people. We are committed to ensuring every community member can access the support they need.
We are currently seeking a qualified Early Childhood Educators (Diploma) to join our team.
* Part Time
* Monday to Friday, 11:00am – 3:00pm
* Location - Lady Huntingfield Early Learning & Family Services Centre
* Both centres operate between 7:30am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, and flexibility may be required to support service needs.
A little more about the role
As an Early Childhood Educator, you will work closely with the Educational Leader to provide high-quality education and care for children accessing the service. Programs are informed by the Belonging, Being and Becoming: Early Years Learning Framework and reflect current best practice while supporting the individual needs of each child.
* Plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate education programs that:
* Respond to the strengths and interests of each child
* Reflect the philosophy of the service and Children’s Services
* Align with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
* Include indoor and outdoor learning with a focus on education for sustainability
* Build nurturing, respectful relationships with children that recognise their rights, differences and choices
* Provide supervision and personal care while maintaining safe, welcoming environments
* Lead and support other educators as part of a collaborative team
* Document learning, observations and required reports in accordance with CoM policies and regulatory requirements
* Actively contribute to the Quality Improvement Plan and continuous improvement of the service
* Develop positive partnerships with families and encourage their engagement in the centre community
* Liaise with community services and other City of Melbourne teams to support children and families
* Support and supervise students on placement
* Participate in professional learning, staff meetings and professional conversations
* Maintain compliance with OHS requirements, emergency management procedures and a workplace culture free from bullying, discrimination and harassment
Why join Team Melbourne?
Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.
At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.
We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.
This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
About you
What your experience might look like - Key Selection Criteria
* Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
* Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
* Commitment to reflective practice and continuous improvement
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Ability to work collaboratively and support other educators
* Passion for creating inclusive, safe and engaging environments for children
Benefits of working with us
* Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.
* Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.
* Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.
* Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.
How to apply
We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role! As part of your application, you will be required to:
* Attach your updated resume
* Include a cover letter (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.
Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Monday 4 April, 2026.
A few important things to note – don’t miss out!
* Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.
* Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.
* We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and, for most roles, a Working with Children Check.
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Inclusion matters
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.