Early Childhood Educator

Early childhood Educator

Posted by THE AVENUE CHILDREN'S CENTRE INC on 28 Jul 2025

**Organisation**

THE AVENUE CHILDREN'S CENTRE INC

**For Provider**

The Avenue Childrens Centre and Kindergarten

**Closing date**

31.08.2025

**Primary role**

Diploma Qualified Educator

**Position type**

Full-time

**Location**

Balaclava

**State**

VIC

**About the Centre/Service**

The Avenue Children’s Centre and Kindergarten is a community-managed, 40-place long day care centre with a proud history of delivering high-quality education and care. Located in the heart of Balaclava/St Kilda East, we are known for our welcoming environment, strong community connections, and passionate team. Many of our educators have been with us for years, reflecting our supportive workplace culture and commitment to staff wellbeing. Many of our educators have been with us for years, reflecting our supportive workplace culture and commitment to staff wellbeing. New team members will be joining an experienced, collaborative team that values relationships, learning, and community.

**Work Days of the Role**

Mon-Fri

**Hours of Work of the Role**

38

**Description**

**About the Role** We are currently seeking a Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our 3-5-year-old Kindergarten program. This is a full-time role with a rotating roster between 7:15am-6:00pm. As part of our dedicated and nurturing team, you will:

- Support and contribute to a high-quality educational program under the guidance of the Room leader
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
- Collaborate with others to meet the developmental needs of all children
- Assist with the smooth daily operations of the room, ensuring alignment with regulations and centre policies

**About You** We are looking for a passionate, reliable, and experienced educator who:

- Has a minimum of 5 years' experience working with children, including those with additional needs
- Demonstrates effective behaviour guidance strategies
- Works well in a team and responds positively to direction
- Communicates clearly and professionally with families and colleagues
- Is punctual, proactive, and able to adapt quickly to routines

What We Offer
- Above award wages
- Professional Community Standards 2021 Agreement
- 50% additional personal leave days to support your wellbeing
- Monthly RDO (Rostered Day Off)
- Two-week paid Christmas closure
- Paid public holidays and two staff-only professional development days
- Paid planning and programming time for all staff in the room
- Supportive and nurturing team culture
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- A community-focused workplace with high staff retention

**Qualifications**

**Required Qualifications & Certifications**:

- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)
- Current Working with Children Check
- First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificates
- Mandatory Reporting and Child Protection training
- Food Handling Certificate
- Sound knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, NQF, and Child Safe Standards

**Requirements**:
WWCC

**Additional Requirements**

Minimum 5 Years experience. Room Leader experience preferable

**Industrial Agreement/Award**

Professional Childcare Standard 2015