Educator Diploma

Central Goldfields Shire Council; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work with a dedicated team

Transfer of benefits for employeesfrom

Inclusive and safe work culture with

Work-life balance options - Our flexi

Annual salary advancement within Band

Free counselling and support through E

Job summary

Central Goldfields Shire Council in Maryborough, VIC, is seeking a fixed-term Diploma Educator to lead and support high-quality early years programs for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. The role is a temporary full-time position until July 2027, with a Band 4 salary from $1441.29 to $1521.31 per week plus superannuation.

You will join a team dedicated to safety, wellbeing, and play-based learning within a supportive council environment.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is committed to high-quality education and care, reliable, with a positive attitude and work well in a team environment.
• Essentially, they will hold a Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care.
• They're comfortable leading and supporting teams working with a range of age groups and taking direction where needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and deliver high-quality educational programs and care across rooms catering to children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
• Lead and support teams delivering programs and care.
• Ensure safety, wellbeing and inclusive practice in daily operations.

Skills

Leading teams

Quality education

Education

Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Central Goldfields Shire Council - Maryborough VIC

Located just a couple of hours from Melbourne, Maryborough sits in the geographical heart of Victoria, with easy access to major regional centres such as Ballarat and Bendigo. The Central Goldfields Shire combines rich heritage, striking architecture, and a warm, connected community. With affordable housing, quality facilities, strong employment growth and continued investment across the region, it offers an appealing lifestyle that is both convenient and full of opportunity.

If on Seek head over to our careers pagewww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/About-Us/Jobs-and-Careers/Careersto view the Position Description and learn about the role

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• Role Temporary Full time
• Until July 2027
• Band 4 $1441.29 to $1521.31 per week plus Superannuation

Making a difference

This is a great opportunity to join the Council's Early Years Education and Care owned service shaping and nurturing the future Central Goldfields community. As a fixed term Diploma Educator, you'll play role in leading, supporting and delivering high-quality educational programs and care across a range of rooms catering to children aged between 6 weeks to 6 years old. You'll join a team committed to the safety and wellbeing of children in our care and have the opportunity to contribute to our play-based learning environment.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is committed to high-quality education and care, reliable, with a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. Essentially, they will hold a Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care. They're comfortable leading and supporting teams working with a range of age groups and taking direction where needed.

Our Values

What Central Goldfields Shire Council can offer you?

Central Goldfields Shire Council is a collaborative, community-focused workplace where our people - the greatest asset - are truly valued. We champion continuous learning, professional support, and innovative thinking to deliver meaningful outcomes for our community. With over 210 staff, we're proud of the positive culture we've built together and the commitment we bring to serving our region.

• Meaningful work with a dedicated team
• Transfer of benefits for employees from other Victorian Councils
• Inclusive and safe work culture with strong drive for gender equality, diversity and transparency in fair recruitment and promotion
• Work-life balance options - Our flexible arrangements promote work-life balance
• Annual salary advancement within Banding through professional development planning
• Free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Program

If you have further questions about the role or joining our team, please contact Hayley Cornwill on 0487 103 ***

Applications close at 11.00pm 25 October 2026

Interviews will be conducted shortly after the close date.

If you would like to contact our People and Culture team, please email ******@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au

Central Goldfields Council is committed to providing an inclusive and safe work environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experience of all people. Applicants should be aware that we conduct working with children, police and reference checks to ensure we maintain a safe and inclusive workplace by recruiting the right people.

We are a Child Safe Organisation committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to creating environments where children are safe, valued, and heard.