Early Childhood Teachers | Melbourne Campuses

Only About Children; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Competitive pay

Discounted childcare fees

Wellbeing leave

Learning and development

Training support

Service recognition

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Only About Children is seeking qualified Early Childhood Teachers to join our Melbourne campuses. You will lead high-quality teaching and learning, implement curriculum and support children's development through play-based experiences.

We require a Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) with ACECQA-approved status, valid VIT, and a minimum of two years' full-time post-accreditation experience. Melbourne-based roles across multiple campuses with competitive pay and strong professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching, Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved teaching qualification.
• Valid VIT registration, Early Childhood.
• Minimum two years full-time work experience.
• Experience planning and implementing an educational program that values holistic child development.
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and EYLF.
• Effective implementation of pedagogy in your teaching practice.
• Valid Working with Children Check number.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement an educational program that values a holistic view of each child's development.
• Maintain ongoing records of children's development, program planning and daily information.
• Support daily room tasks, including activity preparation, mealtimes and routines.
• Assure high-quality service delivery in consideration of the National Quality Standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant government regulations.
• Guide team members with professional development, individual goals and performance.
• Partner with families and educators to support children's learning, wellbeing and school readiness.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Child development

Family engagement

Assessment & records

Education

Bachelor of Teaching, Early Childhood

ACECQA approved teaching qualification

Job description

Early Childhood Teachers | Melbourne Campuses

Job ad reference: OAC/OAC2026Q8 Location Melbourne CBD Attachments No File Attached Advertisement Open Date 29-Oct-2026 Advertisement Closing Date 28-Nov-2026

About this role

About Only About Children

At Only About Children, our purpose is to give every child the space, support and confidence to grow, learn and discover.

We believe children have a right to choice in their learning, which is why our curriculum is grounded in child-led, play-based learning. Through OAC Grow, and embedded experiences across areas such as Active, Drama, Language, Music and Sustainability, children are supported to explore their interests, build confidence and develop skills for life.

The role

Our Melbourne campuses are looking to welcome full-time ECT qualified Early Childhood Teachers with at least two years of full-time post-accreditation work experience.

This opportunity is for a Teacher Level 1 to 5, Teacher Award, and we offer $78,882 to $109,154, depending on your level and experience.

As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will lead high-quality teaching and learning, guide curriculum implementation and support children's development through meaningful, play-based experiences.

Key duties

• Plan and implement an educational program that values a holistic view of each child's development.
• Maintain ongoing records of children's development, program planning and daily information.
• Support daily room tasks, including activity preparation, mealtimes and routines.
• Assure high-quality service delivery in consideration of the National Quality Standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant government regulations.
• Guide team members with professional development, individual goals and performance.
• Partner with families and educators to support children's learning, wellbeing and school readiness.

Our campuses

Our Melbourne campuses are designed to inspire children aged 0 to 6 to grow, learn and discover. Across our campuses, you'll find age-specific learning environments, thoughtfully resourced rooms and outdoor play spaces designed to support curiosity, movement, creativity and connection.

Positions are available across:

• Melbourne City
• Melbourne North
• Melbourne East
• Melbourne South
• Melbourne West
• Geelong Area
• Torquay Area

You're The Difference

At OAC, You're The Difference.

That means your teaching has a lasting impact. The way you plan, question, observe and guide helps children build confidence, curiosity and readiness for their next step.

We support the difference you make through:

• Flexible work options
• Competitive pay
• Discounted childcare fees
• Wellbeing leave
• Learning and development opportunities
• Financial support for training or study
• Service recognition
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Requirements of the role

• Bachelor of Teaching, Early Childhood, or equivalent ACECQA approved teaching qualification
• Valid VIT registration, Early Childhood
• Minimum two years full-time work experience
• Experience planning and implementing an educational program that values holistic child development
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and EYLF
• Effective implementation of pedagogy in your teaching practice
• Valid employee Working with Children Check number

Child safety and inclusion

At OAC, child safety comes first. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and harm, and every team member is responsible for creating safe, nurturing and inclusive environments where children have a voice, feel safe, and are valued and respected.

Successful candidates will be required to complete all required working with children, background and compliance checks.