Early Childhood Teacher | 3-Year-Old KindergartenNorfolk St Child Care Centre – Yarraville VICNorfolk Street Child Care Centre is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to lead our 3-Year-Old Kindergarten program in an integrated long day care setting.This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave position, with the potential for extension.You will lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of a high-quality, play-based kindergarten program that supports children's learning, development and wellbeing.
Our program is guided by the EYLF, VEYLDF and National Quality Standard, with a strong focus on relationships, inclusion, emerging independence and creating a genuine love of learning.You will work alongside an experienced team of educators and be supported by our Educational Leader, Assistant Manager and Centre Manager.Salary: $*****–$***** per hour + super, depending on classification and experience.
This rate includes the 15% Worker Retention Payment and an additional 2.5% funded by NSCCC.Dedicated paid non-contact planning time is provided.Key responsibilitiesLead and deliver a high-quality, play-based 3-Year-Old Kindergarten programBuild warm, trusting relationships with children that support their safety, belonging and wellbeingPlan, document and evaluate learning for individual children and the groupCreate engaging environments that encourage exploration, curiosity and confidenceSupport children's language, social development, emotional regulation and emerging independenceWork in partnership with families to support children's learning, development and transitionsEmbed inclusive practice and respond to the individual strengths, abilities and needs of childrenWork collaboratively with co-educators and provide guidance around programming, documentation and intentional teachingCollaborate with management,



the Educational Leader and external professionals to support children with additional needsMaintain practices that meet the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, NQS and NSCCC policiesSupport continuity of learning and children's transition into the 4-Year-Old Kindergarten programAbout youHolds an approved Early Childhood Teaching qualificationHolds current Victorian Institute of Teaching registrationHas a robust understanding of the EYLF, VEYLDF and NQSIs passionate about play-based, child-centred early childhood educationBuilds genuine and respectful relationships with children and familiesEnjoys working collaboratively as part of a teamIs confident in programming, documentation and reflective practiceIs committed to inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needsUnderstands mandatory reporting and child safety responsibilitiesIs professional, reliable and committed to providing high-quality early childhood educationAbout usNorfolk Street Child Care Centre (NSCCC) is a community-managed, not-for-profit 66-place early childhood service located in Yarraville.We provide education and care for children from 3 months to 5 years, including integrated 3-Year-Old and 4-Year-Old Kindergarten programs.Our service is operated by a volunteer Committee of Management and has strong connections with our local community.
We pride ourselves on our experienced team, supportive relationships with families and our commitment to providing high-quality education and care.At NSCCC, our teachers and educators are supported by an experienced management and educational leadership team, with a strong focus on collaboration, professional learning and reflective practice.NSCCC is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for any harm or abuse of children and young people.
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📌 Early Childhood Teacher | 3-Year-Old Kindergarten (Melbourne)
🏢 Norfolk St Child Care Centre
📍 Melbourne