Become a Woodlander- where we’re bringing together the best educators in the area to inspire every child.

Woodlands Childcare and Education - St Kilda Road is seeking an enthusiastic nurturing, and dedicated Early Childhood Educators to join our passionate team. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow.

At Woodlands, we are building a team of the best educators in the area. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to delivering exceptional early childhood education and creating meaningful experiences for every child.

About Us

At Woodlands, we are driven by a bold vision: to deliver outstanding education that empowers every child, regardless of background, to thrive through access to exceptional early education.

Our mission is to nurture curious minds, kind hearts, and confident future leaders through a unique blend of play-based discovery and evidence-informed teaching. Every day, we create meaningful learning experiences that spark joy, build resilience, and lay the foundation for lifelong success.

We are a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children. We uphold the Child Safe Standards and embed child safety into every aspect of our practice, culture, and decision-making.

Join us on our journey to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, families, and communities.

About the role:

As an Educator, you will play a vital role in delivering excellence in early childhood education at our campus. You’ll contribute to shaping practices that meet and exceed national standards—creating enriching, high-quality learning experiences for every child.

What You’ll Do

- Inspire Learning: Implement the EYLF and NQS, embedding best practices in your daily teaching and interactions with children.
- Collaborate & Grow: Work closely with colleagues to design engaging curriculums, use intentional teaching strategies, and reflect on practices to enhance learning outcomes.




- Contribute to Quality: Support the continuous improvement of our service by contributing ideas and reflections to the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
- Engage in Professional Growth: Participate in professional learning opportunities and team discussions that foster innovation, reflection, and a shared commitment to excellence.
- Create Inspiring Environments: Design and maintain inclusive, engaging learning spaces that reflect children’s interests, developmental stages, and cultural backgrounds—where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.
- Promote Child Safety: Model and uphold child-safe behaviours, actively contribute to a culture of safety, and ensure all practices align with the Child Safe Standards.

Qualification and requirements:

- Cert 3 or above in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA assessed equivalent
- Valid and current WWCC
- An understanding of the VEYLF, NQS and relevant state and national regulations
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Holds current and up to date Mandatory reporting, first aid and Food handling certificates.
- Full Australian Working Rights
- Willing to obtain a National Criminal history check

What are we able to offer: You get to be a part of a team united by education and have a chance to make a real impact every single day you come to Woodlands. Some of the other perks of working with us:

- Be well supported by a passionate, dedicated and experienced leadership team.
- A collaborative and fun team setting
- Work with educators who strive to provide a positive learning environment.
- Up to 95% Childcare discount
- Monthly Staff Meetings.

If this sounds like the role for you, click Apply Now! At Woodlands, we are committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to creating environments where children are safe, supported, and empowered. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded into our culture, practices, recruitment, and decision-making. All applicants are subject to child safety screening, reference checks, and pre-employment checks in line with legislative requirements.

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