Assistant Educators

Launchpad Early Learning Centre; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Generous hourly rates

Paid First Aid & CPR

Social events & team bonding

Career progression

On-site parking

Job summary

Launchpad Early Learning Centre in Lower Plenty, VIC, is seeking experienced Educators for casual and permanent roles with flexible availability across the week (rotational shifts from 6:30am to 6:30pm). We offer a warm, family-owned setting focused on learning through play and strong safety standards.

You will join a supportive team dedicated to collaborative growth, professional development and celebrating achievements with families and children in our natural indoor/outdoor spaces.

Qualifications

• A passion for supporting children’s learning through play-based experiences.
• Ability to assist in implementing a dynamic indoor and outdoor program.
• Strong commitment to upholding Child Safe Standards in all duties.
• Warm, respectful relationship-building with children, families and the community.
• Collaborative mindset and enjoyment of working in a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a high-quality indoor/outdoor program.
• Support planning and documentation to support children's learning.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive environment for children and staff.

Skills

Play-based learning

Child safety

Team collaboration

Communication

Observation & assessment

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Launchpad Early Learning Centre – Lower Plenty VIC

Lower Plenty | Flexible & Immediate start dates | Family-owned and operated

We are on the lookout for experienced Educators for both casual and permanent roles with flexible availability across the week (for rotational shifts between 6:30am - 6:30pm).

Why Launchpad?

We are a family-owned, values-driven centre that puts our children, families and educators first. Our Lower Plenty centre offers a warm, welcoming environment with beautiful indoor and outdoor learning spaces, providing children with opportunities to explore, connect with nature and learn through play.

At Launchpad, we are proud to be a Child Safe organisation and are passionate about creating a workplace where educators feel supported, valued and connected. We are continuing to build a culture of collaboration, teamwork and professional growth, and we'd love you to be part of it!

Lower Plenty | Flexible & Immediate start dates | Family-owned and operated

We are on the lookout for experienced Educators for both casual and permanent roles with flexible availability across the week (for rotational shifts between 6:30am - 6:30pm).

Why Launchpad?

We are a family-owned, values-driven centre that puts our children, families and educators first. Our Lower Plenty centre offers a warm, welcoming environment with beautiful indoor and outdoor learning spaces, providing children with opportunities to explore, connect with nature and learn through play.

At Launchpad, we are proud to be a Child Safe organisation and are passionate about creating a workplace where educators feel supported, valued and connected. We are continuing to build a culture of collaboration, teamwork and professional growth, and we'd love you to be part of it!

About You

You’re a dedicated Assistant Educator who is ready to make a genuine difference in children’s lives.

You will bring:

• A passion for supporting children’s learning through play-based experiences




• The ability to assist in implementing a dynamic indoor and outdoor program




• A strong commitment to upholding and embedding the Child Safe Standards in everything you do




• Warm, respectful relationship-building skills with children, families, and the wider community




• A collaborative mindset and enjoyment of working within an inclusive, supportive team

Qualifications & Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education




• 1-2 years minimum experience




• A current Working With Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)




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




• A sound understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)




• A commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Staff Benefits

• Discounted Childcare




• Generous hourly rates




• Paid First Aid & CPR

• Social events & team bonding that you'll actually want to attend




• Career progression




• On-site parking

Join a team that’s passionate about early learning, child safety and community, and where your voice truly matters.

Launchpad Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members feel respected and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences.