The Keysborough Freedom Club Co-Operative Limited - Keysborough VIC

We're looking for a dedicated, nurturing and passionate Early Childhood Educator to join our team, with opportunities available for permanent part-time and casual employment. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in children's early years, within a supportive, small-team setting where your contribution is seen and valued.

Key responsibilities

- Support a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children
- Help plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and team members
- Observe and document children's development and learning journeys
- Support compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and the National Quality Framework (NQF)
- Champion child safety, contributing to a culture of protection, inclusion, and well-being
- Work collaboratively within a reflective, close-knit team
- Support daily routines, including meals, rest times, and outdoor play

About you

- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent, or actively working towards)
- A strong understanding of and commitment to child safety and ethical practice
- Previous experience working with young children preferred, but not essential
- Understanding of the EYLF, National Quality Standards (NQS), and Child Safe Standards




- A genuine passion for early childhood education and a warm, patient nature
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented approach to teamwork
- A commitment to continuous improvement and reflective practice
- Current Working with Children Check, First Aid (HLTAID012), Foundations of Child Safe Training, Protect Mandatory Reporting Training (or willingness to obtain)

About us

- We are a small, not-for-profit early learning Centre in Keysborough, dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for children aged 0-6 years. We pride ourselves on being a warm, inclusive community where children, families, and educators are genuinely valued.
- Our management team is highly supportive, actively promoting work-life balance and ongoing professional development, and we are deeply committed to upholding Child Safe Standards in all aspects of our service.
- Supportive Management: Our leadership team is hands-on, approachable, and truly values your ideas and contributions
- Professional Growth: We actively promote and fund opportunities for professional development
- Work-Life Balance: We understand and respect the importance of balancing work with your personal life
- First Aid & CPR Training Provided
- Free and confidential access to Wisdom Wellbeing platform (our EAP)
- Paid birthday day off
- Paid team meetings and paid overtime
- Mentoring by the Centre leadership team
- Free on-site parking
- A stable, predictable roster within a family-oriented team culture

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📌 Early Childhood Educator (Melbourne)
🏢 The Keysborough Freedom Club Co-Operative
📍 Melbourne