Shalimar Park is a community-based sessional kindergarten in Dandenong North. Following our Assessment and Rating visit in 2023, we were proud to once again achieve an Exceeding rating in all seven quality areas of the National Quality Standards. As an exceeding-rated service, we strive to provide a high-quality play-based education for culturally diverse families. Our philosophy is founded on the principles of inclusive learning with an emphasis on strengthening and embedding children’s agency and participation in all aspects of our service and upholding all children’s safety and well-being.

Why Join Shalimar Park?
Be part of a highly experienced and collaborative team within an Exceeding-rated community kindergarten. At Shalimar Park, educators are supported through mentoring, ongoing professional development, and meaningful opportunities to contribute to children's learning and wellbeing. We value strong relationships, staff wellbeing, and a culture of continuous improvement where every team member is respected and encouraged to thrive.

BENEFITS –

- As part of the service's commitment to continual development, ongoing career development is provided throughout the year to enhance the staff’s skills and knowledge.

- Every two years, staff are given the opportunity to attend ECA’s Early Childhood Conference interstate, with all travel and conference expenses covered by the service.

- Regular paid team meetings and training are provided throughout the year with support from external services and consultants including internal meetings to facilitate critical self-reflection of educator practice.

- Enjoy the benefits of working in a sessional kindergarten environment with paid school term breaks throughout the year, and annual leave over the Christmas / summer holidays. You work 40 weeks of the year but are paid for 52 weeks.



Hourly rate is paid in accordance with VECTEA, with the highest Diploma Educator classification currently Level 2.3, paying $32.35 per hour.

- Regular team-building opportunities

We are a Child Safe Organisation and are committed to maintaining a child-safe environment. All employees are required to adhere to our Educator Code of Conduct, which aligns with the ECA Code of Ethics. We have zero tolerance of child abuse, racism and bullying and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures.

Job Role

We are seeking applicants for our 3-year-old group program. This is a part-time position for a Diploma-qualified educator to join our experienced teacher in one of our 3-year-old groups with up to 22 children.

The applicant will demonstrate experience in play-based programs and a strong ability to work with children with a diverse range of abilities. We offer salary and conditions in accordance with the Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement (VECTEA), ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative and supportive working environment.

Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 17.5 hours per week (8:00am to 5:15pm) including 14 hours of contact time and 3.5 hours of non-contact time, plus additional paid hours for staff meetings)

Start Date – 27th January 2027

Multiple Opportunities Available





In addition to this position at Shalimar Park Preschool, our organisation currently has two additional Diploma Educator vacancies available at another sessional kindergarten in Dandenong North. These roles offer similar hours, conditions, and professional development opportunities. Applicants are welcome to express interest in one or all available positions.

To be considered for the position you must

- Minimum of 2 years experience in an early childhood setting (sessional kindergarten experience desirable but not essential)

- Hold an approved Diploma qualification in Early Childhood, WWCC, Mandatory reporting certificate including national Gecko training and current first aid certificates

- Be able to support the teacher in planning and implementing the program, and be confident in taking observations of children's learning and development

- Demonstrated ability to support children with a diverse range of abilities and additional needs.

- A sound understanding of play-based pedagogy

- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively with minimal supervision

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

- Work in a professional manner at all times and ensure that the service meets the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Law (National Law), Education and Care Services National Regulations (Regulations), relevant curriculum framework, the Quality Improvement Plan, and policies and procedures of the service

Applications, including a cover letter, should be addressed to Liz Tsiakmakis and submitted via seek or emailed to ••••@shalimar.vic.edu.au

No recruitment agencies, please.

Successful applicants will be contacted via email and invited to attend an interview.

📌 Diploma Qualified Educator - Exceeding Sessional Kindergarten (Dandenong North)
🏢 Shalimar Park Pre School
📍 Dandenong North