Diploma ECE: Play-Based Leader + 15% Wage Uplift

Department of Education Victoria; Frankston; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria – Frankston VIC is seeking a Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to support high-quality, play-based learning within Early Learning Victoria. The role focuses on delivering developmentally appropriate programs in a centre co-located with McClelland Secondary College.

You will work with families and staff to implement the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, ensure child safety, and contribute to inclusive practice across the service.

Qualifications

• Diploma qualification or actively working towards completion.
• Knowledge of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and relevant regulations.
• Experience with vulnerable children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the team to deliver high-quality early childhood education guided by evidence-informed pedagogy.
• Coordinate an environment where children can flourish and thrive, aligned with quality standards.
• Develop, deliver and coordinate integrated teaching and learning strategies guided by each child's needs.
• Build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues.

Skills

Play-based pedagogy

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Family engagement

Observation & assessment

Education

ACECQA approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Frankston VIC

5d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Early Learning Victoria (ELV), as part of the Department of Education, is leading the roll-out of 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032, with 18 currently operating. Our centres offer long day care, three and four-year-old kindergarten and pre-prep in accessible, play-based environments connected to local communities. We are committed to creating enriching work environments, encouraging professional growth and maintaining the highest standards of child safety.

ELV is approved for the Commonwealths Worker Retention Grant, which provides a 15% wage increase for eligible staff.

About the Role

Opened in 2026 and co-located with McClelland Secondary College, Early Learning Victoria Ngawak (meaninglistenorunderstand) is a 102-place centre in Frankston offering provide long day care and Three-Year-Old Kindergarten and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten programs.

Early Learning Victoria is approved to receive the Commonwealths Worker Retention Grant, which funds a 15% wage increase above modern award rates for eligible employees.

In this role, you will:

• Support the team to deliver high-quality early childhood education guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice
• Coordinate an environment where children can flourish and thrive, aligned with the National Quality Standards, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Education and Care Law and Regulations
• Develop, deliver and coordinate integrated teaching and learning strategies guided by the individual learning and development needs of each child
• Build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues, ensuring an inclusive environment where each child's needs are met

The position description for this role can be found HERE.

About You

• Demonstrated experience as an early childhood educator (Diploma qualified), delivering a high-quality play-based educational program
• Strong understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, Education Care Services National Law and Regulations, the National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families and communities
• Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability is desirable

Qualifications and Experience

• ACECQA approved diploma level qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or actively working towards completion
• Valid Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications; completion of Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning
• Agreement to a police check; an international police check must be provided for candidates who have resided outside of Australia for 12+ months in the last 10 years
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate; Safe Sleep Training is desirable

Applying and Further Information

Click Apply to proceed through to our recruitment platform. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

For more information about the role, or to request adjustments for participation in the recruitment process, please contact Rachel Chamberlain, Centre Director, on ***************@education.vic.gov.au

Applications close 11:59pm on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

ELV is a child-safe organisation committed to creating environments where children are safe, valued, and respected. We maintain zero tolerance for child abuse, harm, neglect, or discrimination in any form. All staff are required to uphold the Child Safe Standards and actively contribute to a culture of child safety. OurStaff Code of Conduct policy outlines expected standards of behaviour for all staff and defines appropriate interactions with children; adherence is mandatory.

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions, visit the Department website.

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