Early Childhood Educators

Early Childhood Educators (Diploma) - Commencing January 2025

Posted by Meli (previously Bethany Kindergarten Services Limited & BCYF) on 18 Oct 2024

**Organisation**

Meli (previously Bethany Kindergarten Services Limited & BCYF)

**For Provider**

Meli Kindergartens

**Closing date**

23.10.2024

**Primary role**

Diploma Qualified Educator

**Position type**

Part-time

**Location**

Geelong (Various)

**State**

VIC

**About the Centre/Service**

Meli Kindergartens operate 30 kindergartens across Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula, and Colac.

**Work Days of the Role**

Various

**Hours of Work of the Role**

Various

**Description**

About the Role

We are excited to offer a wonderful opportunity for Early Childhood Educators (Certificate III and Diploma) to join our dedicated and supportive team at Meli Kindergartens. In this role, you’ll be part of a passionate community committed to nurturing children’s growth and development through engaging, inclusive, and enriching educational programs. At Meli, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. You will play a key role in creating environments that foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. Working alongside like-minded educators, you’ll contribute to the planning and delivery of high-quality programs that align with the Education and Care Services National Law Act, the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework, and the National Quality Standards. What makes this role special is our strong sense of community, where you’ll build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, we’d love to welcome you to a team where you can grow, learn, and make a lasting impact.
- Vacancy Details
- Permanent, Part-time positions commencing from 28 January 2025
- Salary as per VECTEA 2020 - $23.96 to $29.24 p/h (depending on experience and qualification)
- To view the list of vacancies commencing Term 1, 2025, and position description, please head to our Meli Careers webpage: Early Childhood Educators - Commencing 2025
- Please note the table includes contact time only in the days of the week column, and non-contact time will be added before/after session

What we Offer
- A diverse and inclusive environment
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employment as per the terms of the VECTEA 2020
- A workplace passionate about diversity and inclusion with Employee Led inclusion working groups open to all employees
- Meli pays Educators at the qualification they hold
- Extensive learning & development opportunities and pathways for career progression
- 2 personal development days throughout the year

Application Process
- Successful applicants will be required to provide a current WWC and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.

Enquiries

**Qualifications**

About you:

- To be successful in the role, you will have:_
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent as approved by ACECQA and suitable pursuant to the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011), or nearing completion before commencement of Term 1, 2025.
- Knowledge of the National Education and Care Services Act and Regulations 2011 and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and ECEC National Quality Framework and Standards
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and co-operatively in a team environment
- Experience working within an early childhood setting (preferred).

**Requirements**:
WWCC

**Industrial Agreement/Award**

Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020 (VECTEA)