Join the Sparkways Footscray Team!

We’re looking for a passionate Certificate III or Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator to join our team at Sparkways Early Learning Footscray in a permanent full-time position.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Educator who enjoys working with 3–5 year old children and is passionate about supporting children as they prepare for school.

Current Opportunity

? Sparkways Early Learning Footscray

- Full Time Educator – Permanent
- Certificate III or Diploma qualified
- Mainly based in our 3–5 year old kindergarten room
- Full-time hours across a Monday–Friday roster

You’ll work alongside experienced Educators and Kindergarten Teachers to create engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's development, wellbeing and learning.

Rates of Pay

Up to $38.13 per hour, including retention loading, depending on qualification and experience.

What we’re looking for

- Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Experience working in an early childhood setting
- Experience working with 3–5 year old children is highly regarded
- Understanding of the EYLF, NQF and NQS
- Passion for play-based learning and supporting children's interests
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Positive, professional and proactive approach
- Genuine commitment to children's learning, development and wellbeing




- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

What we offer
- Permanent full time employment
- Work alongside experienced and supportive Educators and Teachers
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Free First Aid & CPR training and annual flu vaccinations
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Career progression within a respected not-for-profit organisation
- Reward and recognition program
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10% staff childcare discount at our long day care centres
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the local community

Interested? Apply via SEEK with your resume and cover letter.

For enquiries, contact Mami

? [email protected] ? [0484 761 311](tel:0484 761 311)

Child Safety and Inclusiveness

Sparkways and all our Centres are committed to child safety. The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is reflected in our zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff and volunteers have a moral and legal responsibility to ensure children are safe while participating in our programs and services.

Sparkways is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.

📌 Full Time Educator | Footscray
🏢 Sparkways
📍 Footscray