Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)

Department of Education Victoria; Cohuna; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria Cohuna is launching a new Early Learning Victoria centre in Cohuna, offering long day care and 3- and 4-Year-Old Kinder programs. This Certificate III level role supports delivering quality early childhood education under contemporary pedagogy and works toward programme planning aligned with national and state standards.

Join ELV for a start date in January 2026 and you may be eligible for a commitment bonus of up to $4,000. Applications close late November 2026.

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; completion of Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning
• Agreement to a police check; an international police check must be provided for candidates who resided outside of Australia for 12+ months in the last 10 years
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

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

Team collaboration

Family engagement

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III)

Department of Education Victoria – Cohuna VIC

4d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Early Learning Victoria (ELV), as part of the Department of Education, is rolling out new early learning centres. There are 18 currently operating with 6 more opening in 2027. Our centres offer long day care, 3- and 4-Year-Old Kinder, with more hours of 4-Year-Old Kinder over time and 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 co-located with Cohuna Consolidated School, Early Learning Victoria Cohuna is a 102-place centre offering long day care and three and 3-and 4-Year Old Kinder programs.

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

• Join ELV now for a start date of January 2026 and you may be eligible for a commitment bonus of up to $4,000.

The position description for this role can be found HERE.

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 Emma Brits, Centre Director on **********@education.vic.gov.au

Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday, 22 November 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.