Certificate III Educator - Oakhill Family Centre

Early Childhood Management Services (ECMS); Australia; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

VECTEA rates

50% childcare discount

Discounts to retailers

Paid parental leave

Funded first aid

Professional development

PD days

Supportive culture

Job summary

ECMS is hiring a Certificate III Educator at Oakhill Family Centre in Melbourne. This not-for-profit early learning charity supports children from birth to five years, with strong family engagement and community learning.

This part-time role offers 28 hours per week with set hours Tue 9:30–12:00 and Wed-Fri 8:15–4:45, in a supportive team that values play-based learning and safeguarding. Applicants must have a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or equivalent, WWCC, mandatory reporting,

Qualifications

• Must hold Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• WWCC, mandatory reporting certificate, police check and a first aid certificate.
• Strong knowledge of child-safe standards and early childhood regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment where children are safeguarded to learn and grow.
• Develop and implement engaging learning experiences based on the ECMS pedagogical framework.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, the community and colleagues.
• Actively participate in a culture of reflection and continuous improvement.

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or equivalent

Job description

Join the ECMS Team: Certificate III Educator

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 an enthusiastic Certificate III Educatorto join our team at Oakhill Family Centre.

Oakhill Family Centre is a welcoming family hub offering high-quality childcare and early education for children from birth to five years, with Maternal and Child Health nurses on-site for added family support. Our nurturing and experienced educators partner with families to create play-based learning programs that build on each child’s interests and abilities, helping them develop essential social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive skills.

This is a part-time, ongoing role working 28 hours per week, Tuesday 9:30am–12:00pm and Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:15am–4:45pm.

Why ECMS?

• We offer VECTEA rates
• Generous benefits – 50% childcare discount, discounts to hundreds of major retailers, paid parental leave and funded first aid.
• We offer award winning professional development opportunities including unlimited access to online resources, in house practice coaching team, annual conference and PD days.
• 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!
• 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.

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.
• You hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or equivalent, a WWCC, mandatory reporting certificate, police check and a first aid certificate.

About the role

• You’ll create a supportive environment where children are safeguarded to learn and grow.
• You’ll develop and implement engaging learning experiences based on the ECMS pedagogical framework.
• You’ll build strong relationships with children, families, the community and colleagues.
• You’ll actively participate in a culture of reflection and continuous improvement.

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.

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