FULL TIME DIPLOMA QUALIFIED EDUCATOR (LEVEL 4)

Meruka Child Care Co-operative – Eltham VIC

Diploma Qualified Educator (Level 4) – Full Time

Join the Meruka Community

At Meruka Child Care Co-operative, child safety is at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a passionate Diploma Qualified Educator who shares our commitment to protecting children's rights, promoting inclusion, and providing high-quality early childhood education and care.

Rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard, Meruka Child Care Co-operative is a warm, inclusive, community-based, parent-run, not-for-profit early learning service nestled in the beautiful bushland of Eltham.

For over 30 years, we have provided high-quality education and care for children from birth to six years of age. Our unique natural setting, including our Bush Kinder program, supports children's curiosity, exploration, and connection with the environment.

As a community-owned co-operative, we value respectful relationships, collaboration, and a genuine sense of belonging — for children, families, and educators.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Meruka is a proud Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to protecting the safety, wellbeing, dignity, and rights of every child.

We uphold the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the Reportable Conduct Scheme, with a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, neglect, racism, discrimination, bullying, harassment, and any behaviour that compromises the safety and wellbeing of children.

We are committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive environments where all children feel respected, valued,



heard, and supported.

At Meruka, we value our educators and are committed to creating a workplace where you feel supported, respected, and inspired.

We offer:

Rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard

A beautiful bushland setting with our Bush Kinder program

Above Award wages (Professional Community Standard 2025)

Worker Retention Payment (WRP) – approved and currently receiving the Commonwealth's Worker Retention Grant

Monthly Rostered Days Off (RDOs)

Annual Christmas closure

Paid professional development and training opportunities

Staff uniform provided

A supportive and collaborative team environment

The Role

As a Diploma Qualified Educator at Meruka, you will work collaboratively with our team to provide high-quality education and care in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS).

You will build solid relationships with children and families, contribute to meaningful learning experiences, support children's wellbeing and development, and help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.

About You

You are a passionate early childhood professional who:

Is committed to child safety and children's rights.





Builds warm and respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and a commitment to ongoing learning.

Is passionate about providing high-quality, child-centred education and care.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

An ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent approved qualification).

Significant experience in early childhood education and care.

Current Victorian Working with Children Check (or VIT registration where applicable).

Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualifications.

Current Child Protection/Mandatory Reporting training.

Foundations of Child Safety certification.

Food Safety certification.

Understanding of the EYLF, VEYLDF, NQS, and Victorian Child Safe Standards.

Experience in early childhood education and care, including planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF).

Excellent communication skills and the right to work in Australia.

Meruka Child Care Co-operative is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and treated with mutual respect.

Further Enquiries:
Kylie Hammon
03 9431 2***
Email: ******@netspace.net.au

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📌 FULL TIME DIPLOMA QUALIFIED EDUCATOR (LEVEL 4) (Nhill)
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