Early Years Qualified Educator (Certificate III)
Support Little Learners. Grow Your Career. Join Our Casual Team.
Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is building a casual pool of Certificate III qualified Educators at Berrimba Childcare Centre, to back-fill staff when training, absent or on leave. You'll support Room Leaders to implement age-appropriate developmental programs, helping create a culturally safe environment where children and families feel supported.
Reporting to the Early Years Manager, you'll work alongside Room Leaders and the Berrimba Childcare Centre team, stepping in across rooms as needed.
Assist Room Leaders to implement an age-appropriate developmental program based on children's individual interests and needs, using the Early Years Learning Framework
Ensure the provision and maintenance of a rich, safe and actively supervised learning environment
Prepare and supervise play and learning activities, and guide positive social interactions between children
Record and maintain observations catering for each child's individual interests and developmental needs
Support the participation of children with extra needs in the program
Help build responsive relationships with families and specialist services to share children's learning and development
Assist in supporting, mentoring and supervising student placements
Work collaboratively with staff and management to create a culturally safe environment for families and children
At Njernda Aboriginal Corporation you'll be part of a values-driven, community-controlled organisation, guided by our values of Respect, Accountability, Resilience, Advocacy and Cultural Sensitivity.
$***** per hour (Children's Services Award, Level 3) + Super
Flexible casual hours across our Berrimba Childcare Centre rooms




Generous salary packaging perks (not-for-profit)
Victorian Ambulance Membership reimbursement (for you and your family)
Supportive team environment and access to supervision
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certification
Demonstrated experience working in an early childhood service
Understanding of and respect for Aboriginal culture, and a commitment to supporting culturally safe practices for Aboriginal children and families
Understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Ability to support children's physical, emotional and social wellbeing
Confidence in supervising children during play, meals, rest and transitions
Skill in engaging children in age-appropriate, play-based learning activities
Understanding of developmental milestones in early childhood
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to work under the guidance of Diploma-qualified educators or the Room Leader
Understanding and application of hygiene practices, including nappy changing and meal assistance
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children and families
Sound understanding of child safety principles and mandatory reporting obligations
Desirable: A demonstrated interest in further study or upskilling (e.g. working towards a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care), and the ability to contribute to educational documentation under guidance.
Current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check
National Police Check
Current and valid full Victorian Driver's Licence
Eligibility to work in Australia
Vaccination status and pre-employment screening in line with Njernda's policies and procedures
We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about you.
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