Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) - Multiple roles available at Eaglehawk North Primary School Early Learning Victoria centre (interim name) Early Learning Victoria is establishing a new government-owned early learning and childcare centre at Eaglehawk North Primary School. Opening in 2025, this 102-place centre will offer childcare, and Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten, eventually transitioning to include Pre-Prep.
Role PurposeThe Early Childhood Educator (cert III) will support the team to deliver high-quality early childhood education, guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice, which is aligned with the National Quality Standards, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Education and Care Law and Regulations. They will be responsible for contributing and assisting in the planning and implementing the educational program, monitoring children's progress, and supporting their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
CapabilitiesHigh Quality Practice - Contribute and assist in providing an environment where children can flourish and thrive, supported by evidence-informed pedagogy and practice that upholds all elements of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and the National Quality Standards and is guided by the philosophy of Early Learning Victoria. Performs tasks consistent with qualifications under limited direction. Demonstrates reflective practice where feedback is used constructively to improve teaching and learning experiences.
Positive Learning Environment - Creates a positive learning environment by thoughtfully designing spaces which facilitate learning and rich interactions. Uses respectful communication to guide and support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development. Builds respectful relationships with families and staff and ensures that all children feel safe and valued within a supportive classroom.
Educational Delivery - Contributes to the planning, delivery and implementation of integrated teaching and learning strategies, guided by the individual learning and development needs of each child. Participates in reflective practice with all members of the team to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching practices and their impact on children's learning and development. Completes documentation in relation to children's learning in line with organisational philosophy. Supports all members of the team in communication with families regarding their child's development.
Compliance and Child Safety - Has a sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, National Quality Standards, Child Protection and Child Safe Standards, Approved Frameworks and all Early Learning Victoria policies and procedures. Actively seeks guidance and direction when unclear.
Communication - Utilises effective communication skills to develop and maintain meaningful relationships with staff, families, and children, fostering a supportive and collaborative centre environment. Promotes respectful relationships and conflict resolution. Contributes to a positive learning culture by prioritising reflective practice and maintaining a continuous cycle of self-evaluation and improvement.
Personal Attributes - Demonstrates the public sector values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, leadership, and human rights.
Selection CriteriaCriteria 1 - Demonstrates the Child Safety and Compliance role requirements.
Criteria 2 - Personal Attributes - please see the Capabilities section above for more detail.
Criteria 3 - High Quality Practice - please see the Capabilities section above for more detail.
Criteria 4 - Positive Learning Environment - please see the Capabilities section above for more detail.
Who May ApplyExperience required will include: Experience as an early childhood educator (cert III), delivering a high-quality play-based educational program. Recently qualified candidates are welcome to apply.Sound understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework, Education Care Services National Law and Regulations, the National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards.Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families and communities.Experience working with vulnerable children and families is desirable.Specific skills/qualifications required: ACECQA approved certificate III level qualification or actively working towards a certificate III in Early Childhood Education and CareValid 'Employee' Working with Children CheckWillingness to consent to a Police Check (to be arranged by Early Learning Victoria)First Aid, anaphylaxis and asthma qualificationsProtecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learningFood Handling Certificate and Safe Sleep Training is desirableAbout Early Learning VictoriaThe Victorian Government is establishing 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032 as part of the Best Start, Best Life reforms. The centres will offer childcare, Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten and Pre-Prep. The centres will provide high-quality, accessible and inclusive early childhood education and care that is child-centred, focused on learning through play and in nature, with strong connections to local communities.
Early Learning Victoria's central office is in the Victorian Department of Education. The central team is leading the roll-out of the 50 centres and will support and oversee centre operations once they open.
Staff in the Early Learning Victoria centres will be part of a new Victorian government-employed early childhood workforce. We are committed to creating a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Early Learning Victoria is committed to Child Safety and the safeguarding of children from harm.
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