Early Childhood Teacher

Early Learning Victoria; Wonthaggi; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive up to $8,000

Job summary

Early Learning Victoria Meeniyan (interim name) opens in 2027 as a 57-place centre near Meeniyan Primary School offering long day care, 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten programs.

The centre is 152 km from Melbourne and 15 km from Leongatha. This role focuses on high-quality play-based education, family collaboration, and leading educators to strengthen pedagogy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) with valid VIT registration.
• Experience delivering play-based programs in ECE.
• Ability to lead and mentor educational teams.
• Police checks required, including international if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education guided by NQF and VEYLDF.
• Build positive relationships with families, children and colleagues.
• Support a team of educators through reflective conversations to build capability.
• Promote an inclusive environment and maintain policy/regulatory standards.

Skills

Educational leadership

Communication

Team mentorship

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)

VIT registration

First Aid Certification

Tools

Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting

Food Handling Certificate

Safe Sleep Training

Job description

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 Meeniyan offering long day care, three-year-old 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

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 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.