INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fifth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing, transport and health care. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 69,000 and is culturally rich with 17.4% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III (Kindergarten)
Salary: $64,373.00 to $71,144.00 per annum pro rata

Closing: Friday 6 November 2026

Part Time (6 hrs 20 min p/w) – Permanent

Colliver Rd Kindergarten is seeking a suitably qualified educator to fill the position of Early Childhood Educator – Certificate III (Kindergarten). The service is located in South Shepparton.

This role is a permanent part time position, 6 hrs 20 min per week on Monday, currently 8.30am – 3.20pm during the school terms. If you are enthusiastic, enjoy working with children and supporting a team of professional educators to provide an inclusive environment that supports the community, then this is the job for you.

We are seeking an educator who can support our children to develop a strong sense of identity, connect with and contribute to their world, have a strong sense of wellbeing, become confident and involved learners and effective communicators

We strongly believe that children will be involved in supervised risky play where they will be provided the opportunity to be challenged in a safe environment, participate is messy play and build positive relationships with peers and educators.

Successful applicants will hold:





- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care recognised by ACECQA
- Current First Aid – HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
- Current CPR – HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Criminal History Check (valid within six months).
- Current and valid Employee Working with Children Check Card (WWCC).
- Protecting Children – Mandatory reporting and other obligations early childhood
- Foundations of child safety – National child safety training

The successful applicant will have the support of the Council Early Years Services network and professional development opportunities.

For further information about this position, please contact Natalie Watt, Coordinator – Children’s Services on 5832 9757.

Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.

We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child secure organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.

Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.

All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.

📌 Early Childhood Educator - Certificate III (Kindergarten) (Shepparton)
🏢 Greater Shepparton City Council
📍 Shepparton