- Exciting opportunities for experienced Diploma-qualified early childhood professionals
- One permanent full-time opportunity and one temporary full-time opportunity until May 2026
- Join Moonee Valley's largest long day care and integrated kindergarten service, based in Keilor East, and help shape positive outcomes for children and families
- Competitive salary in line with Council Band 4, commencing at $39.90 per hour plus 12% superannuation

The Prospect

We are seeking two passionate and experienced Diploma-qualified educators to join our largest long day care and integrated kindergarten service in Keilor East, with one permanent full-time position and one temporary full-time position available until May 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a well-established early years’ service that provides education and care for children from infancy through to kindergarten. As part of a team-oriented team, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging play-based experiences, responsive interactions and strong partnerships with families.

Working alongside Early Childhood Teachers and fellow educators, you will contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.

In this role, you will:

- Support the planning, implementation and evaluation of engaging, play-based learning programs
- Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Use intentional teaching strategies to support children's learning, development and wellbeing
- Contribute to curriculum planning, documentation, assessment and reflective practice
- Provide leadership and guidance within the learning environment and support best practice across the team




- Work in accordance with the Child Safe Standards, National Quality Framework and approved learning frameworks
- Foster inclusive environments that promote children's sense of belonging, participation and confidence
- Support high-quality education and care practices across the service

About You

- Diploma of Children's Services (or equivalent) recognised by the Department of Education
- Experience working within long day care or early childhood education settings
- Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework and Child Secure Standards
- Ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and support educator practice
- Strong communication, organisational and reflective practice skills
- Passion for inclusive, child-centred and culturally responsive education

You will also hold:

- Current Working with Children Check
- First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Asthma Management qualifications
- Protecting Children: Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector training
- National Child Safety Training (Modules 1 and 2)

Why Join Us?

- Join Moonee Valley's largest long day care and integrated kindergarten service
- Work alongside experienced and passionate early childhood professionals
- Build rewarding relationships with children and families across the early years journey
- Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
- Enjoy the benefits of working within local government, including generous employment conditions
- Be part of a service that values inclusion, collaboration and excellence in early childhood education

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📌 Early Childhood Educator Diploma (Moonee Valley City)
🏢 Moonee Valley City Council
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