Early Childhood Educator ~ Full-time ~ Froebel Fitzroy North Full-time Permanent Early Childhood Educator

Posted 01 Sep 2026

Description Work days: Monday to Friday (7.5 hours per day)

We’re here to reimagine early childhood education, and we want you to be part of it. At Froebel, we believe every child deserves an empowered childhood — one that nurtures their curiosity, capability, compassion and confidence to contribute meaningfully to the world.

Froebel Fitzroy North

is one of five

not-for-profit

Froebel early learning centres in Australia, and a truly special place to work. With 69 places for children aged 6 months to 5 years, beautiful outdoor learning environments, and a newly confirmed “Exceeding” rating in all 7 NQS Quality Areas, we set the bar high — and proudly. Our program is shaped by immersive language learning (with a second language focus on German), inquiry-based learning through our Little Scientists program, and frequent excursions (including a Bush Kinder program) that connect us with our local community.

We offer:

An attractive salary with an additional ECEC Wage Retention Allowance on top

Additional paid leave over Christmas/New Year

Generous professional development opportunities incl. Froebel’s own Future Leaders Program

Weekly planning time + paid team meetings + paid overtime

Mentoring by your Team Leader and Educational Leader

A team where people support each other,



show up with purpose, and love what they do

Regular wellbeing initiatives + access to confidential counselling (EAP)

Reduced childcare fees (subject to availability)

Employee perks program with cashback, discounts & offers

Free on-site parking + close to public transport

What we’re looking for:

A qualified Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III or Diploma, please note: ECTs will not be considered for this position)

Someone who communicates thoughtfully and builds trusting relationships

A team player with energy, initiative and emotional maturity

An educator excited by immersive language learning and inquiry-based STEM

Ideally you speak German or have some German language knowledge (preferred but not required)

A strong understanding of and commitment to child safety and ethical practice

And above all, someone with warmth, positivity, and a heart for children

Froebel is a Child Secure Organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding children’s rights, implementing the Child Safe Standards across all services, and creating safe, inclusive environments where children, families, and team members feel respected and valued.

To learn more about Froebel's commitment to child safety, please visit: our-philosophy/our-commitment-to-child-safety

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