Early Childhood Teacher — Play-Based Learning Leader

Early Learning Victoria; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive up to $8,000

Worker Retention Grant wage increase 5

Job summary

Early Learning Victoria (ELV) is expanding with a new Gayap centre co-located with Avoca Primary School in 2027. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, play-based early childhood education and building strong relationships with families and staff.

You will mentor educators, support team capability, and ensure inclusive practice under Victorian standards. With relocation incentives up to 8,000 AUD and eligibility for the Commonwealth Worker Retention Grant (15% wage increase), ELV offers

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) or equivalent with VIT registration.
• First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications; Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting training completed.
• Experience with vulnerable children is desirable.
• Police check required; international check if applicant resided overseas in the past 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education aligned with National Quality Framework and VEYLD Framework.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with families, children and colleagues.
• Support a team of educators through reflective conversations to strengthen pedagogy.
• Promote an inclusive environment meeting children’s learning needs and regulatory standards.

Skills

Play-based pedagogy

Team leadership

Communication with families

Inclusive education

Education

Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)

VIT registration

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Anaphylaxis training

Asthma training

Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting training

Tools

Police check (national)

Police check (international, if applicable)

Job description

Early Learning Victoria (ELV) is expanding with a new Gayap centre co-located with Avoca Primary School in 2027. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, play-based early childhood education and building strong relationships with families and staff.

You will mentor educators, support team capability, and ensure inclusive practice under Victorian standards. With relocation incentives up to 8,000 AUD and eligibility for the Commonwealth Worker Retention Grant (15% wage increase), ELV offers