Early Learning Officer

Council Jobs; Geelong; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

The Council Jobs team in Geelong is seeking a part-time Programs Coordinator to support the Museum’s education and public programs, including learning activities, family sessions, tours and community events. You will work under the Programs Manager to coordinate weekly sessions, prepare resources, and create engaging experiences for visitors across weekdays, school holidays, evenings and weekends.

This role requires a post-secondary qualification in early childhood education or related field and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary qualification in early childhood education, education, teaching or related discipline.
• Experience delivering education programs in museums, galleries, or community settings.
• Ability to engage families and children with age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver Museum Explorers and early learning playgroups with activities and resources.
• Support preparation and delivery of education programs for primary, secondary and tertiary groups.
• Support family and school holiday programs, tours, workshops and events.
• Prepare and adapt resources and interpretive materials for programs.
• Manage early learning program resources including ordering and stocking materials.
• Maintain accurate records, attendance data and program documentation.

Skills

Programme delivery

Public engagement

Event coordination

Interpersonal skills

Education

Post-secondary qualification in early childhood education or related discipline

Job description

Job no: 500884
Work type: Permanent Part Time
Classification: Band 4 - $76,010.65 pa plus super
Categories: Economic and Cultural Development, Early Childhood Education

About the role

In this role, you will support the delivery of the Museum’s education and public programs, including learning programs, family and school holiday activities, tours, workshops and community events. Working under the guidance of the Programs Manager, you’ll coordinate programs, prepare resources and create positive, engaging experiences for visitors.

You will contribute to the Museum’s visitor experience, audience engagement and broader cultural and service objectives, with flexibility to support programs across weekdays, school holidays, evenings and weekends.

Work type: Permanent part time (3 days per week)
Classification: Band 4 at $76,010 pa plus super pro rata

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver Museum Explorers, the National Wool Museum’s early learning playgroup program, including preparation of activities, materials and resources for weekly sessions.
• support the preparation and delivery of education programs for primary, secondary and tertiary groups.
• support the delivery of family and school holiday programs, tours, workshop and events.
• Prepare and adapt resources, activities and interpretive materials to support the delivery of programs.
• Manage early learning program resources, including ordering, coordinating, and preparing materials required for the successful delivery of the early learning program and children’s programs.
• Maintain accurate records, program documentation, attendance information and evaluation data.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have relevant post-secondary qualification in early childhood education, education, teaching or a related discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience in early learning, museum, cultural or community programming.

• Demonstrated ability to engage and deliver age-appropriate programs for young children and their families in a museum, gallery, cultural, educational or community setting.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences across different ages, interests and abilities.
• Ability to prepare and adapt activities and supporting resources for early learning programs.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.
• Understanding of inclusive practices and the needs of diverse communities.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read ourChild Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

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Advertised: 06 Nov 2026 9:00 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Nov 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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