Diploma Educators

Nestled in the heart of Moe, Acorn Acres Early Learning Centre is now inviting Early Childhood Educators to join our warm, nature-inspired learning community.

Acorn Acres is a brand-new, family-owned and operated Early learning centre in the heart of Moe.

Operating from 6:30 am - 6:30 pm, our space is designed to feel like a home away from home. With natural play environments, open-plan rooms filled with natural light and abundant age-appropriate resources, both indoor and outdoor play areas, we provide the perfect setting for 60 children to explore, grow, and thrive.

We currently have casual opportunities for Casual Educators to join our Acorn Acres team and this could lead to a full time position.

Why you'll love this role and what you'll do:

As an Early Childhood Educator, you will deliver nurturing and responsive care to children, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being are always prioritised. You'll communicate respectfully and professionally with families, supporting their involvement in their child's learning and development. Working effectively as part of a team of educators and support staff, you'll deliver consistent and high-quality early childhood education and care at the Acorn Acres Early Learning Centre.

You'll be a great communicator, effectively assisting families about their child's development and well-being and collaborating with other educators to create an environment that promotes learning and development, ensuring that all children, regardless of background, culture, or ability, have equal opportunities to participate in activities and learning experiences. You'll ensure a child-safe environment and contribute to a culture of child safety by fulfilling the responsibilities and requirements of Acorn Acres' Child Safe Policy and procedures.

What you'll bring - Skills, experience and certificates:

Hold an ACECQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Law Act (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.

Current recognised Level 2 First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificate, with CPR updates completed within the last 12 months.

Awareness of the cultural needs of families.

Have a strong understanding of the Children's Services Regulations, Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)

Possesses excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge and understanding of mandatory reporting requirements.

Benefits of Being with Acorn Acres:

Competitive above-award pay

staff childcare fee rebate and uniforms

paid professional development, for your continued education and professional growth

Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression

Supportive culture and management team

If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to be part of a welcoming team that puts children first, we'd love to hear from you

Apply now by sending your resume and cover letter to

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as an early childhood educator?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Have you worked in a role that requires a sound understanding of the early years learning framework?
• Do you have professional child care experience?

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment:Acorn Acers Early Learning Centre is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

As a child-safe organisation, we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.