Early Childhood Education and Care Educator/Childcare Educator

Posted by Creative Minds Early Years on 14 Aug 2026

Organisation

Creative Minds Early Years

For Provider

Creative Minds Early Years Pty Ltd.

Location

COLAC, VIC

Position Type

Full-time

Primary Role

Child Care - Cert III

Closing Date

18 Sep 2026

About the Centre/Service

Creative Minds Early Years Pty Ltd is a licensed early childhood education and care provider committed to delivering high quality education and care for children in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Childcare educator to join our growing team.

Work Days of the Role

Monday

Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

Hours of Work of the Role

8am-4pm

Description

Key Responsibilities.

Provide high quality care and supervision for children in accordance with the National Quality Framework (NQF)

Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs appropriate to children’s developmental needs.

Promote children’s physical, emotional, social, wellbeing and intellectual development.

Maintain a safe, hygienic, and stimulating learning environment.

Observe children’s progress and communicate effectively with families regarding their development.

Assist children with meals, hygiene, rest and daily routines.

Work collaboratively with educators, families and management.

Ensure compliance with the Education and Care services National Law and Regulations, workplace policies and child protection requirements.

Salary. Range $70,000 - $80,000 per year.





Creative Minds Early Years Pty Ltd is an equal prospect employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Certificate III

First Aid & CPR

Child safety training

Mandatory Reporting

WWCC

Requirements

VIT Registration

WWCC

PC

First Aid

Anaphylaxis Training

Additional Requirements

Essential Requirements · Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. · At least one year of relevant full time work experience as an Early Childhood Educator/Childcare educator. · Current Working With Children Check ( or ability to obtain). · Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates ( or willingness to obtain before commencement) · Have completed Mandatory Reporting – Protecting Children. · Have current Foundations of Child Safety Training Course 1 and Course 2 · Have current Advance Child Safety Training Course 3 and Course 4. · Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills. · Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team. · Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework (VEYLDF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)

Children's Services Award 2010

Address

ELAA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Victoria and the nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. We recognise the significance of connections with place to the memories, traditions, cultures and the spiritual wellbeing of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We honour their wisdom, strength and resilience, and enduring traditional knowledge and educational practices passed from generation to generation.

ELAA is a place where all people are welcomed and supported.

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📌 Early Childhood Education and Care Educator/Childcare Educator (Colac)
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