Lollypop Creek Kindergarten

Hours:8 hours per week, Tuesday & Thursday 4 hours each day Status: Fixed term - ending 15.12.2026. *May cease employment prior to this date with one week notice if children with funding leave the service/funding stops.

Hourly rate: $32.47, Level 1.1 (VOTTEA Award)

Are you passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact in children's lives? Lollypop Creek Kindergarten is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Additional Assistant Educator to join our 3 year old Kindergarten group on a fixed-term basis.

One Tree Lollypop Creek Kindergarten is a newly built kindergarten in the Lollypop Creek Community Centre on Wadawurrung Country. We are here to support children and families in their kindergarten years.

Our aim is to provide a positive learning experience before children transition to school. Our service offers three large kindergarten rooms with lots of natural light. We also have a beautiful, purpose-built yard. This outdoor area is filled with lots of natural elements and structures. It has been designed to support children’s learning and development as they connect with nature.

Role Overview: As an Additional Assistant Educator at Lollypop Creek Kindergarten, you will play a vital role in supporting children with additional needs and ensuring their active participation in our Kindergarten program. Working collaboratively within our team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support children with additional needs to fully engage in the kindergarten program.
- Assist in the implementation of educational activities and experiences that promote children's learning and development.
- Collaborate effectively with the teaching team to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Maintain a protected and nurturing atmosphere for all children in our care.

Requirements:

- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and care




- Minimum 1 year experience as an educator in an early childhood setting
- Current Working with Children Check
- National Police Clearance no older than 6 months
- Sessional Kindergarten Experience desirable
- Mandatory reporting and Child Safe training certificates

Benefits Offered

- Complimentary Uniform Provided
- Professional development tailored to you.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- A rewarding role where you make a real impact on children’s early learning journey.
- Face-to-face training and mentoring.

Our Commitment One Tree Community Services is unwavering in its commitment to child safety and wellbeing. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm of any kind. All applicants must be willing to undergo rigorous screening, including background and reference checks, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to safeguarding children.

We are dedicated to maintaining environments where children are safe, respected, and protected at all times, and we actively deter and will not engage individuals who do not share these values.

How to ApplyClick 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We review applications promptly, so submit yours at your earliest convenience for a chance to progress to the next stage. For additional information, contact us at [email protected] or visit our website: www.onetree.org.au for more information.One Tree is a national not for profit offering early childhood education, out of school hours care, community services, registered early childhood training, and professional support.

As a team, we’re determined to lead, meet the challenge, and work together. That’s how we turn challenges into possibilities for children and families, every single day.If you’re looking to make a difference in your life and the lives of others, then One Tree is the place to be.

One Tree is committed to equal opportunity, and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.

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