Assistant Educator (Float/Relief)- Clydevale

Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

MEA Worker Retention Payment

Birthday Leave

Wellbeing Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten – Clyde VIC is seeking a passionate Assistant Educator to join our Clydevale team. You will work across rooms, supporting children of all ages and helping to create engaging, safe and nurturing learning environments each day.

This permanent part-time role offers collaboration with Lead Educators and Centre Leadership, with shifts between 6:30am and 6:30pm. A supportive team and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• Experience in an early childhood education setting is preferred.
• Understanding of EYLF and NQF is essential.
• Current Working with Children Check is required.
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of engaging, play-based learning experiences across all age groups.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment for children to learn and grow.
• Collaborate with Lead Educators, Room Leaders and Centre Leadership.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Assist with implementing educational programs aligned with EYLF and service policies.
• Maintain high standards of care, supervision and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

EYLF knowledge

NQF knowledge

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Assistant Educator (Float/Relief)- Clydevale

Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten – Clyde VIC

2d ago , from Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten

Connect. Learn. Grow. with Aspire

Aspire Early Education is seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Educator to join our established team at Clydevale.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming and supportive team at one of our established services. Working across all rooms, you'll have the opportunity to support children of all age groups while helping to create engaging, safe and nurturing learning environments each day.

This Permanent Part-Time opportunity is ideal for an enthusiastic early childhood professional who enjoys working collaboratively, building strong relationships with children and families, and making a positive impact across the service.

Why Join Aspire?

At Aspire, we're committed to creating environments where our people feel supported, valued, and empowered to thrive.

• Purpose-built, modern centre with high-quality resources
• Supportive leadership and structured onboarding
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Eligible for the MEA Worker Retention Payment
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Wellbeing Leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Competitive salary and benefits package

The Opportunity

As an Assistant Educator, you will:

• Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning experiences for children across all age groups
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where children can learn and grow
• Work collaboratively with Lead Educators, Room Leaders and the Centre Leadership Team
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Assist with implementing educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Help maintain a high standard of care, education and supervision
• Ensure compliance with National Quality Standards and service policies
• Work flexible shifts between 6:30am and 6:30pm as part of a permanent part-time roster

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Previous experience working in an early childhood education setting
• A strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Framework (NQF)
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• A positive, flexible and professional approach to your work

• Paid Birthday Leave
• Supportive leadership and structured onboarding
• Competitive salary and benefits package