Casual Expression Of Interest

Ecms; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

ECMS invites applications for casual educators to join our not-for-profit team delivering early learning across Melbourne and Victoria. You’ll have the flexibility to roster across our Kindergarten and child care services, contributing to meaningful learning experiences while upholding the highest safety standards.

You’ll work with experienced teams, learn through professional development, and enjoy competitive above-award pay with strong support and a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved qualification in early childhood education.
• WWCC clearance.
• Mandatory reporting certificate.
• Police check.
• First aid certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality early childhood education across ECMS services.
• Support children’s learning and development with supervision.
• Maintain safeguarding, safety and child protection standards.
• Collaborate with teams across Victoria to ensure consistent care.

Skills

Reflective

Curious

Collaborative

Child safety knowledge

Education

ACECQA approved qualification in early childhood education

WWCC

Mandatory reporting certificate

Police check

First aid certificate

Job description

Join the ECMS Team: Calling Casual Educators

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a difference in your community?

At ECMS, we’re proud to be a not-for-profit community organisation that’s all about making a difference in the lives of children and families. With 76 kindergartens and early learning services across Melbourne, our team of 1100+ dedicated people work together to create joyful and enriching learning experiences with the safeguarding of children at the centre of everything we do. For us, it’s more than just early learning, it’s about building connections, nurturing growth, and being part of something truly meaningful in our communities.

We are seeking applications from passionate casual educators like you who want flexibility and career opportunities to work across our services in Victoria! We have current vacancies, including future opportunities for fixed-term and permanent placements available across our organisation.

Join the ECMS casual team today and have control of your own roster!

Why ECMS?

• We offer award winning professional development opportunities including unlimited access to online resources, in house practice coaching team, annual conference and PD days.
• We're committed to making a positive impact in our communities – we’re a proud place based, for purpose, not for profit, who put people at the centre of our work.
• We offer above-award pay – VECTEA rates for sessional kindergartens and up to 20% above award for permanent long-day-care employees
• Generous benefits – 50% childcare discount, discounts to hundreds of major retailers, paid parental leave, funded first aid.
• We have a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated – 84% of our team recommend ECMS as a great place to work!

About you

• You're reflective, curious and purpose-led, with a deep commitment to making a difference.
• You're open to learning and understanding the unique needs of every child.
• You're a critical thinker and collaborative team member.
• You have a drive to grow and improve continually.
• You value kindness and respect.
• You have great knowledge of the child safe standards and early childhood regulations.
• An ACECQA approved qualification on early childhood education, WWCC, mandatory reporting certificate, police check and a first aid certificate.

Join us in shaping the future of early education!

ECMS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices and policies located on our website. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged.

Please note, we are currently experiencing a high volume of applications, allow up to 6 weeks to receive an update on the status of your application.

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