Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)

Government schools; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Government schools in Victoria are seeking an early childhood educator to deliver a high-quality, play-based program aligned with national and state standards. The role emphasizes supporting children's social, emotional, and cognitive development while building strong partnerships with families and colleagues.

The successful candidate will hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, demonstrate effective communication, and contribute to planning and implementing the curriculum within

Qualifications

• Experience as an early childhood educator with a Certificate III.
• Experience delivering a high-quality play-based educational program.

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, 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The position description for this role can be found HERE.

Key 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, 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.

What you need

• 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.