Early Childhood Teacher

2 days ago


Sale VIC, Australia Uniting Vic Full time $80,000 - $100,000 per year
  • 2026 part-time role – 23.5 hours per week (Tues & Thurs + flexible planning time)
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and responsive educational program for children
  • Boost your take-home pay with up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits
  • Enjoy a positive team culture, training opportunities, and meaningful work
  • Additional casual work available at other Uniting services if desired

We are seeking a suitably qualified and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at East Sale Uniting Kindergarten in 2026.

This position offers 23.5 hours per week, including two teaching days (Tuesdays and Thursdays) and flexible planning time. The successful applicant will work closely with the Service Leader and a committed team to deliver a high-quality, inclusive kindergarten program that supports each child's learning, development, and wellbeing.

As the Early Childhood Teacher, you will:

  • Provide pedagogical leadership and collaborate with the team to ensure delivery of a responsive, safe, and engaging educational program.
  • Support service operations to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and drive continuous quality improvement.
  • Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
  • Bring strong knowledge of contemporary early childhood practice and a commitment to reflective teaching.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire as part of a passionate and professional early years team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our East Sale community.

What's on offer

This is a part-time position of 23.5 hours per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, with flexible planning time). Additional casual work at other Uniting services may also be available outside of these hours.

In addition to base hourly rate and superannuation, you'll also receive 17.5% leave loading and the ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits that can be used on rent, mortgage repayments, or living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing, streaming services, and much more.

About you

We're looking for someone who brings:

  • A strong understanding of contemporary early childhood practice
  • A commitment to inclusive education and reflective teaching
  • The ability to build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
  • Current ECT qualifications and VIT registration (or eligibility by 2026)

Come and be part of a team that is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of young children and their families.

View the full position description here.

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest and we'll be in touch shortly. We'll be reviewing applications as they come through as we're keen to engage with someone.

If you've questions about the opportunity, please contact Rebecca Ford, Early Learning Program Manager on or Kristin Kenwell, Senior Manager Early Learning on

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

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Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a 'child safe' organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.



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