About the role

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator looking to join a collaborative and supportive team? Do you want to work for an organisation that values the work you do each day making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic Casual Certificate III Qualified Educator to be part of an exciting integrated team at our Knox Children and Family Centres in Bayswater and Wantirna South.

To find out more about Knox Children and Family Centres please visit Knox Children and Family Centres – Wantirna South and Bayswater | Knox.

The Certificate III Qualified Educator is required to work collaboratively across Family and Children’s Services to provide high quality early childhood education and care, meeting the individual needs and interests of children and families.

This is a band 3 classified casual role with an hourly rate ranging from $45 to $47.91 plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

What you will bring to this role

The key selection criteria for this role are:

- Demonstrated understanding of National Education & Care Services National Regulations, Education & Care Services National Law Act and National & Victorian Early Years Learning & Development Frameworks.
- Commitment to providing high-quality Education and Care programs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with adults and children
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team to support children and families.
- Minimum Certificate 111 in Children’s services.
- Current Certificates in Anaphylaxis, Emergency Asthma Management, CPR and First Aid.

How to apply





Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11.55pm on 31 August 2026.
All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.

For further information on this role please contact Jamey Baker, Team Leader Early Years, at [email protected]

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

About the Early Years Hubs

The Early Years Hubs (Knox Children and Family Centres Wantirna South and Bayswater) are modern state of the art, purpose-built facilities designed to bring together different kinds of services for children and families in one location. Services offered include Long Day Care, Kindergarten, Maternal Child Health and Playgroup.

Why work at Knox

At Knox, making a difference to others and our community is at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by empowering our community inside and out to thrive and prosper through living our values. We embrace diverse and inclusive environments.

We believe in our people and provide a supportive, driven and inclusive culture we are proud of,



that focuses on wellbeing.

Beyond that, we also offer:

- Growth and learning opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- A supportive Employee Assistance Program.

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox

Inherent requirements

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.

Childcare Kindergarten staff - Inherent Requirements Table.DOCX

Our commitments

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be secure. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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