ELC Assistant

Crest Education; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking and gym on site

Employee Assistance Program

School fees discounts for staff

Paid Parental Leave

Career development

Job summary

Crest Education is seeking a Diploma-qualified Early Years Educator to join Hillcrest Christian College's 3-year-old program on a part-time, ongoing basis.

Days are Wednesday to Friday (17.7 hours per week), with an extra 9 hours per week for lunch cover in the 4-year-old kindergarten. The role focuses on delivering a high-quality, Christian learning environment and strong partnerships with families.

Qualifications

• Diploma required for Early Years Educator.
• Experience in an Early Learning Centre preferred.
• Christian ethos and values encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of a high-quality 3-year-old kindergarten program.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Support social, emotional, and spiritual development in a Christian learning environment.
• Contribute to safe, inclusive classroom culture and positive behaviour guidance.
• Plan with the Early Years Teacher and participate in team meetings and professional learning.
• Document children's learning and development; observe and reflect for improvement.

Skills

Team player

Confident with 3-year-olds

Collaborative work style

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

CREST Education comprises two independent, coeducational schools with over 2,500 students, an Equestrian Centre and an Environmental Reserve at Clyde North. Hillcrest Christian College, established in 1981, operates from Early Learning to VCE levels, including VCE mainstream, VCE IB and VCE VM.

Rivercrest Christian College is an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) World School, with modern facilities including our brand-new Senior Learning Centre and STEAM building based in Clyde North.

CREST Education is a premier Christian educational institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth. We provide a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop their God-given talents and prepare for lives of leadership and service.

The Role

Hillcrest Christian College is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Diploma-qualified Early Years Educator to join our 3-year-old program on a part-time, ongoing basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator who is passionate about early childhood learning and values working within a Christian educational environment.

Days: Wednesday to Friday (17.7 hours per week)

Also an extra work opportunity of:

• 9 hours per week
• Providing lunch cover in the 4-year-old kindergarten program Mon - Wed

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a high-quality 3-year-old kindergarten program in line with the Early Years Learning Framework
• Build positive, supportive relationships with children, recognising their individual needs and backgrounds
• Support children’s social, emotional, and spiritual development within a Christian learning environment
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom culture, using positive behaviour guidance
• Work in partnership with families and colleagues to support each child’s development and wellbeing
• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating a high-quality early childhood program under the guidance of the Early Years Teacher
• Collaborate with team members in planning, reflection, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to a high standard of care and education aligned with early childhood best practice
• Participate in team meetings, professional learning, and wider school activities
• Observe and document children’s learning and developmentEnsure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and Crest Education policies
• Consistently demonstrate and uphold CREST’s shared values and behaviours in all daily activities; including the way in which decisions are made

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
• Have demonstrated experience working in an Early Learning Centre
• Be confident and skilled in working with 3-year-old children
• Enjoy contributing to a learning environment where Christian values are embedded and nurtured
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Child Safety

CREST Education Ltd is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality.

We recognise and respect the rights, relationships, identity and culture of children and young people. Their voices must be heard, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

CREST Education is committed to fostering a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we engage with, deliver services to, or who are impacted by our work.

All staff and volunteers are required to uphold the College’s Child Safety policies and Staff Code of Conduct. Successful applicants must hold a valid Working With Children Check or VIT registration (Teaching staff only).

Why Join CREST Education?

CREST Education is a values-based Christian organisation committed to excellence, learning, wellbeing, and service. In our Early Learning Centres, we foster a supportive and collaborative environment where your work helps create safe, nurturing, and engaging spaces that promote the learning and development of young children. If you enjoy hands‑on work and want to make a meaningful contribution to a high-quality, faith-based early childhood program, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Free parking and gym on site
• Employee Assistance Program
• School fees discounts for staff
• Paid Parental Leave
• Career development

CREST Education reserves the right to interview and appoint the role before the closing date.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of Crest Education.