Diploma Educator –

17 hours ago

Lower Plenty VIC, Australia YMCA Ballarat Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Grow your career with purpose – at Y Kinders

At Y Kinders, we believe every child has the right to access a quality early childhood education and care service that celebrates their individuality, community, and curiosity. Each of our services across Victoria reflects the unique community it belongs to — fostering a strong sense of belonging, connection, and identity.

As part of Victoria's largest Early Years Management provider, we're proud to support over 93 services and 700+ educators across the state who inspire, nurture, and empower young learners every day.

We're now seeking a Part Time Diploma-qualified Educator — or someone who's currently working toward their qualification — to join our passionate team and make a real difference in children's lives.

Where you'll work

Lower Plenty Kindergarten is an Exceeding-rated service with a welcoming community focused on supporting children to grow, learn and thrive. With a program that focuses on school readiness, inclusion and wellbeing, each child is made to feel connected and confident. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to build and develop meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging to every day.

Role Details:

Diploma Educator

Thursday – 8:30am to 4:00pm

7 contact hours non-contact hours = 8.75 hours per week

What You'll Do

In this hands-on, rewarding role, you'll:

  • Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning programs

  • Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and your teaching team

  • Create safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments that inspire curiosity

  • Collaborate with educators and teachers to deliver high-quality early learning experiences

What You'll Bring

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively studying toward it)

  • A strong enthusiasm for working with children and a commitment to ongoing learning

  • Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)

  • Great teamwork, communication, and organisational skills

Why You'll Love the Y

  • We support you to grow — through mentoring, study support, and paid professional development

  • We value educators at every stage — whether you're just starting out or ready to take the next step

  • You'll join a community where belonging, respect, honesty, nurturing, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do

  • Enjoy supportive leadership and job security.

Be part of something bigger — grow your career and make a difference with Y Kinders.

Apply Now

Applications close 28th November 2025.

We will commence reviewing applications prior to this closing date.

For more information about this role, please contact Jodie Church on or email

About The Organisation

Y Ballarat, including our Board of Directors are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People frameworks.

Y Ballarat requires all applicants to undergo checks prior to commencement including, police checks, international police checks, WWCC and reference checks as a minimum.

The Y Ballarat is a recognised Safeguarding Children and Young People organisation, independently reviewed by the ACF.

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