Early Childhood Educator
- Lightning Reef ELC

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y. We value you At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as: Individualised personal development plans Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL) Opportunities for career development and growth across Children’s Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness About You To be successful in this role you will: Have a willingness to learn and grow professionally Have experience with early age groups, programming and documentation Be a natural leader and love to share your knowledge Promote and advocate good health and treat every child’s health as a top priority Qualifications required Certificate III or Diploma in Early
- Childhood/Children’s services First Aid and CPR certification Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification Protecting Children




- Mandatory Reporting & Other Obligations Early Childhood National child safety training
- Foundation training Employee Working with Children Check About the centre YMCA Lightning Reef Early Learning Centre is a 115 place Long Day Care service, which also offers sessional kindergarten. We are committed to building strong relationships with our families, and understanding and supporting the complex needs of both the children and families attending our service.

How to Apply
If this is you, click the Apply button. Y Victoria is an equal prospect employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Commitment to Child and Young People Safety YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement. Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant. playlist?list=PLv6C_FRRDLxT0hmydRRWCvOeOsYEl6c5O Be careful
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