Educator

Edge Early Learning; Angle Vale; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform Allowance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Excellence Awards

Professional Development & Training

Job summary

Edge Early Learning is seeking qualified Early Years Educators to join our forward-thinking centre in Australia. Certificate III or Diploma qualifications are required, with Graduate Diploma/Masters of Teaching considered for applicants with 2–3 years of experience in a long day care setting.

Roles are casual with variable hours, including opening/closing shifts. The hourly rate is negotiated based on qualifications and experience, plus access to a Worker Retention Payment, Uniform Allowance and

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is required.
• Graduate Diploma/Masters with 2–3 years educator experience in long day care is required when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging educational programs aligned to each child’s needs.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families, fostering a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and uphold a safe, nurturing environment.
• Contribute to the centre’s positive culture and collaborative team.

Skills

Passionate

Proactive

Relationship building

Child development

Flexible

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching with 2–3 years educator experience

Job description

• Job Category Educator
• Employee Type Casual

• Contact Phone [phone]

The Opportunity

Are you a qualified Early Years Educator ready to bring energy, creativity and genuine care to a purpose-built centre? We're looking for Certificate III and Diploma-qualified educators to join our centre — people who love what they do and want to grow with a forward-thinking organisation.

Your hourly rate will be negotiated based on your qualifications and experience, plus access to our Worker Retention Payment.

Please read before applying

1. This role is NOT eligible for employer-sponsored visas (visa sponsorship). You must already hold the right to work in Australia. 2. On this occasion, we are unable to accept applicants working towards their Certificate III qualification, or applicants whose only qualification is a Graduate Diploma or Masters of Teaching without the required experience (see below). 3. Our centres operate extended hours. Whilst we do our best to be flexible, candidates must be available to work opening shifts, closing shifts, or both. We are unable to accommodate school-hours-only availability.

• Uniform Allowance — full set on commencement plus annual top-ups.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and extensive wellbeing resources— through our trusted provider Sonder.
• Excellence Awards — peer recognition for exceptional contributions.
• Professional Development & Training — ongoing growth opportunities across the Edge network.

About You:

• You are passionate, proactive and thrive in a busy, stimulating environment.
• You build genuine connections with children, families and colleagues.
• You understand child development and can design experiences that support individual needs.
• You are flexible and available to work opening and/or closing shifts as required by our roster.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement engaging educational programs aligned to each child’s individual needs.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families, fostering a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory standards and uphold a safe, nurturing environment.
• Contribute to the centre’s positive culture and collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Completed Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
  OR Graduate Diploma / Masters of Teaching with a minimum 2–3 years’ Educator experience in a long day care setting within Australia

Certificates & Checks

• Working with Children Check, mandatory
• National Child Safety Training (GECCKO), mandatory
• RRHAN Fundamentals & Masterclass (SA), mandatory
• Training to respond to child abuse and neglect (ACT)
• First Aid & CPR Certificate/s
• Asthma Management Certificate
• Anaphylaxis Certificate

Edge Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that understands the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for our educators and families. We encourage applications from people from all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures - including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process.