- Part-time ongoing position, commencing 25 January 2027
- Leading independent school with excellent programmes and facilities
- Kindergarten Programmes, Essendon campus

The Kindergarten Programme The full-day coeducational Kindergarten programme at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School’s Essendon Campus is focused on engagement, creativity and delight. It supports four to five-year-old children, with each dedicated kindergarten space staffed by highly experienced and qualified early childhood teachers and educators in bright, welcoming and secure indoor and outdoor environments. Our programme encourages children to be curious, courageous and active participants in their learning. Learning experiences are designed to respond to each child’s needs and interests, foster creativity and critical thinking, and support children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.

The Role

Applications are invited from suitably experienced and qualified Early Childhood Teachers with a caring and contemporary approach to early childhood education.

This is a part-time, ongoing position commencing 25 January 2027, working Fridays from 1.15 pm to 3.15 pm.

Working collaboratively with our Kindergarten team, the successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality early childhood programme that supports the learning, development and wellbeing of every child.

Duties Include

- Planning and implementing engaging learning experiences that support children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development
- Ensuring the individual needs of children are supported, including children with additional learning needs
- Creating a positive, inclusive and engaging environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, confidence and a love of learning




- Evaluating and improving programmes and practices to support high-quality learning and development outcomes
- Developing positive and respectful relationships with children
- Working collaboratively with educators, families and specialists to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing
- Contributing to observations, documentation and ongoing assessment of children’s learning and development

Please see the position description for further details. About You The successful applicants will have:

- An approved early childhood teaching qualification
- Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
- Relevant experience in an early childhood or kindergarten setting
- An understanding of and commitment to contemporary early childhood education practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, colleagues and parents/guardians
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a Kindergarten team
- A caring, responsive and inclusive approach to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing
- Current first aid qualifications, including asthma and anaphylaxis training
- A strong commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of all children

The School Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is a school for boys and girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, operating across three campuses in Essendon, Moonee Ponds and Keilor East, with a student population of over 3,000.



The School offers a broad academic and cocurricular programme and is committed to providing an environment where students are challenged, supported and encouraged to thrive. Our Kindergarten programme forms part of the vibrant and diverse PEGS community and provides children with strong foundations for the next steps in their learning journey.

The School actively promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.

Benefits

- A supportive and collaborative Kindergarten team
- Excellent facilities and resources
- Competitive salary and salary packaging
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for ongoing professional learning and development

To Apply Please provide a letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources, via the link below. Applications are due by 9am Monday 16 November 2026.

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Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation.

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Julie Starcevic on , quoting Ref No. 1306517.

📌 Early Childhood Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School
📍 Melbourne