You are,

more than an Educator! You’re a guide, a mentor, and a champion for every child’s potential. You have a warm heart, a creative mind, and a genuine passion for early learning. Through your nurturing care and meaningful interactions, you empower children to become curious, resilient, and confident in all their abilities.

If you believe every moment is an opportunity to inspire young learners, we would love to hear from you.

Why Acorn Acres? Because We Care

At Acorn Acres, we’re more than a childcare centre, we’re a family. Our mission is to create a community where every team member feels valued, supported, and inspired. When our educators feel a true sense of belonging, this love and care flow naturally to the children, families and extended communities.

We are dedicated to empowering you in your career, offering a rewarding environment where you can grow, share your passion, and feel appreciated. Here, your impact matters, and so do you.

Key responsibilities

- Deliver nurturing and responsive care to children, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being are prioritised

- Communicate respectfully and professionally with families, supporting their involvement in their child's learning and development

- Work effectively as part of a team of educators and support staff

- Assist families about their child's development and well-being

- Collaborate with other educators to create an environment that promotes learning and development

- Ensure all children, regardless of background, culture,



or ability, have equal opportunities to participate in activities and learning experiences

- Ensure a child-safe environment and contribute to a culture of child safety by fulfilling the responsibilities and requirements of Acorn Acres' Child Protected Policy and procedures

About you

- Hold an ACECQA recognised Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or be actively studying towards one

- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Law Act (2010), Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework

- Current recognised Level 2 First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificate, with CPR updates completed within the last 12 months

- Awareness of the cultural needs of families

- Strong understanding of the Children's Services Regulations, Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)

- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

- Knowledge and understanding of mandatory reporting requirements

- Full availability to work 5 days, Monday to Friday, across all shift patterns

Benefits

- Competitive above-award pay

- Up to 80% off childcare fees

- Uniforms provided

- Support for your continued education and professional growth

- Growing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progression

- Supportive culture and management team

📌 Lead and Assistant Educators (Moe)
🏢 Acorn Acres Early Learning Centre
📍 Moe