Diploma Educators - Armstrong Creek East

bestchance; Geelong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

bestchance Child Family Care is seeking an experienced Diploma-qualified Educator to join the Armstrong Creek East Children’s Centre. You will create engaging, safe learning spaces and build strong relationships with children and families, while delivering play-based learning aligned to the National Quality Framework.

Join a passionate team delivering high-quality education with rotating shifts between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday in a supportive, nurturing environment at Armstrong

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
• Strong experience in an early childhood education setting.
• Passion for supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning.
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication with children, families and colleagues.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and commitment to a safe, inclusive environment.
• Roster flexibility to work rotating shifts between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and implement meaningful learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and team.
• Support children's individual needs and learning goals.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and high-quality practice.
• Uphold bestchance's commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

Skills

Diploma of ECEC

ECEC experience

Passion for learning & wellbeing

Play-based planning

NQF understanding

Communication with children & families

Collaborative attitude

Roster flexibility

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Diploma Educators - Armstrong Creek East

Experienced Diploma Educator – Armstrong Creek East Children’s Centre

Location: 70 Central Boulevard, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Roster: Rotating shifts between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm
Award: Children’s Services Award

Ready to make a real difference in children’s lives?

Experienced Diploma Educator – Armstrong Creek East Children’s Centre

Location: 70 Central Boulevard, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Roster: Rotating shifts between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm
Award: Children’s Services Award

Ready to make a real difference in children’s lives?

Are you an experienced, passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator looking for your next opportunity?

At bestchance Child Family Care, we believe every child deserves the best possible start in life. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Diploma-qualified Educator to join our team at Armstrong Creek East Children’s Centre.

If you love creating engaging learning experiences, building meaningful relationships with children and families, and supporting children to grow, learn and thrive, we would love to hear from you!

What you’ll bring to our team

• A Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or an accepted equivalent qualification).

• Strong experience working in an early childhood education and care setting.

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

• Confidence in planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences.

• A sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, child safety and safeguarding responsibilities.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with children, families and colleagues.

• A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.

• Flexibility to work a rotating roster between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Please note: Applicants must already hold the required Diploma qualification. Candidates who are currently working towards the qualification will not be considered for this position.

What you’ll do

• Create a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment where children feel secure and supported.

• Plan and implement meaningful learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and development.

• Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and your team.

• Support children’s individual needs, interests and learning goals.

• Contribute to continuous improvement and high-quality educational practice.

• Uphold bestchance’s commitment to child safety, inclusion and wellbeing.

Why join bestchance?

Join a purpose-driven organisation that is passionate about helping children and families thrive. Bring your experience, share your ideas and be part of a team that values quality education, collaboration and positive outcomes for every child.

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Opportunities to build strong relationships with children and families
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A workplace that values your ideas, skills and contributionSupportive leadership and a strong focus on child safety and wellbeing
• Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives
• Parental leave benefits for eligible employees

Bring your experience. Share your passion. Help children thrive.

Employment conditions are in accordance with the applicable Children’s Services Award and relevant employment arrangements.