Early Childhood Educator (Cert III)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive up to $8,000

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria – Meeniyan VIC is inviting applications for an Early Childhood Educator role at the new Early Learning Victoria Meeniyan centre. The role supports delivering high-quality play-based programs for 57 places, with guidance from national and state frameworks.

You will plan and implement educational programs, monitor progress, and build strong partnerships with families and staff in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• ACECQA approved Certificate III 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; Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning.
• Agreement to a police check; an international police check for 12+ months residence outside Australia in last 10 years.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Safe Sleep Training is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the team to deliver high-quality early childhood education guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice
• Contribute to and assist in the planning and implementation of the educational program, aligned with the National Quality Standards, VEYLDF and NEL Regulations
• Monitor children's progress and support their social, emotional and cognitive development
• Build respectful, collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues, ensuring all children feel safe and valued

Skills

Early childhood education experience

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved)

Police check / Working with Children Check

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Meeniyan VIC

2d 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.

About the Role

Opening in 2027 and located near Meeniyan Primary School, Early Learning Victoria Meeniyan (interim name) is a 57-place centre located in Meeniyan and will provide long day care, three- and four-year-old kindergarten programs.

This centre is located 152KMs from Melbourne and 15KMS from Leongatha.

In this role, you will:

• Support the team to deliver high-quality early childhood education guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice
• Contribute to and assist in the planning and implementation of the educational program, aligned with the National Quality Standards, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Education and Care Law and Regulations
• Monitor children's progress and support their social, emotional and cognitive development
• Build respectful, collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues, ensuring all children feel safe and valued

The position description for this role can be found HERE.

Financial Incentives including a relocation incentive of up to $8,000 may be applicable (subject to eligibility)

About You

• Experience as an early childhood educator (Certificate III), delivering a high-quality play-based educational program (recently qualified candidates are welcome to apply)
• Sound 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 Certificate III 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

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

Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 21 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. Our Staff 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.

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case‑by‑case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview