**Altona Meadows – One Tree Community Services

Position: Permanent part time 30 hours per week - Tuesday to Friday | Toddler age group

Salary: $33.87 - $38.14 (Inclusive of the Worker Retention payment) + Super

Qualification: Hold a Certificate lll or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA approved equivalent)

Create, Inspire, Play – Your Next Role Starts at Altona Meadows**

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s west, One Tree Altona Meadows is a 58-place early childhood service offering nursery, toddler, and kindergarten programs. Our service is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, where we see the environment as the ‘third teacher’—inviting children to explore, imagine, and connect with the natural world. If you're passionate about nurturing young minds and want to be part of a creative, child-led learning environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

✔ Off-the-floor induction on day one

✔ Complimentary uniform provided

✔ Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

✔ Supportive and welcoming leadership team

✔ Opportunities for growth

We’re seeking an educator with a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care to join our vibrant Altona Meadows team. You’ll work alongside a team of passionate educators to create inclusive, engaging, and inspiring experiences for children that promote exploration and learning.

What We’re Looking For✔ Diploma of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)

✔ Experience working with children under 3 years of age

✔ A strong understanding of early childhood programs and child development





✔ Experience in planning learning cycles

✔ Strong understanding of the National Quality Standards and Child Safe Standards

✔ A commitment to child-led, play-based learning

✔ Solid communication and teamwork skills

✔ A positive, professional, and reflective approach

✔ Passion for creating meaningful and engaging learning experiences Your Day-to-Day Will Include:

- Supporting and guiding children through meaningful learning experiences
- Building positive relationships with families and colleagues
- Adhering to our service’s policies and the National Quality Framework
- Reflecting on and developing your practice to provide the best care and education

Ready to Join Us? If this sounds like your kind of workplace, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a short cover letter today! Please send us a cover letter along with your updated resume and hit the APPLY BUTTON now!

View our website: www.onetree.org.au

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Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse.

One Tree is a national not for profit offering early childhood education, out of school hours care, community services, registered early childhood training, and professional support. As a team, we’re determined to lead, meet the challenge, and work together. That’s how we turn challenges into possibilities for children and families, every single day.

*One Tree is committed to equal opportunity, child safety and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with.*Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.

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