Early Childhood Teacher

Department of Education Victoria; Meeniyan; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive up to $8,000

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria – Meeniyan VIC is opening a new Early Learning Victoria Meeniyan centre delivering long day care and three- and four-year-old programs. This role focuses on high-quality education guided by national and Victorian frameworks, with opportunities to build capability within a supportive team.

You will work with families and staff to promote inclusive practice, contribute to a positive learning environment, and support a culture of child safety while providing

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or equivalent qualification and current VIT registration.
• First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications; completion of Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning.
• Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability is desirable.
• 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 Handling Certificate and Safe Sleep Training are desirable

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education, guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice aligned with the National Quality Framework and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
• Build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues.
• Support a team of educators through reflective conversations and targeted support to build capability, strengthen pedagogy, and achieve strong outcomes for children.
• Promote an inclusive environment where children’s learning and development needs are met, and policies and regulatory standards are maintained.

Skills

Early childhood education

Play-based pedagogy

Team leadership

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)

VIT registration

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Meeniyan VIC

23h 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 Commonwealth¿s Worker Retention Grant, which provides a 15% wage increase for eligible staff.

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 in Meeniyan offering long day care and Three-Year-Old Kindergarten and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten programs.

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

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education, guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice aligned with the National Quality Framework and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
• Build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues.
• Support a team of educators through reflective conversations and targeted support to build capability, strengthen pedagogy, and achieve strong outcomes for children.
• Promote an inclusive environment where children¿s learning and development needs are met, and policies and regulatory standards are maintained.

More information about 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

• Demonstrated experience as an early childhood teacher, delivering high-quality, play-based educational programs
• Extensive understanding of National Quality Framework, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and Child Safe Standards
• Strong ability to lead, mentor and guide educational teams
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families and communities

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or equivalent qualification and current VIT registration
• First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications; completion of Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning
• Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability is desirable
• 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 Handling Certificate and Safe Sleep Training are desirable

Contact 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 Monday 19 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.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines).

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