Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Childrenu2019s Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.

We value you

At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of perks which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

- Enjoy great staff perks, including savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits!
- Individualised personal development plans
- Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)
- Opportunities for career development and growth across Childrenu2019s Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim
- Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
- Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

- Have a willingness to learn and grow professionally
- Have experience with early age groups, programming and documentation
- Be a natural leader and love to share your knowledge
- Promote and advocate good health and treat every child’s health as a top priority

Qualifications required





- Certificate III or Diploma in Early - Childhood/Childrenu2019s services
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
- Employee Working with Children Check

About the centre

YMCA Lightning Reef Early Learning Centre is a 115 place Long Day Care service, which also offers sessional kindergarten. We are committed to building strong relationships with our families, and understanding and supporting the complex needs of both the children and families attending our service.

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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📌 Early Childhood Educator (Bendigo)
🏢 YMCA Children's Programs
📍 Bendigo