AddressPromoting Positive Childhoods Together
Join the team who has been promoting positive childhoods in Western Australia for over 100 years
Are you interested in a rewarding career, enriching early education experiences for children, and supporting the development and wellbeing of families and community?
Meerilinga Young Children’s Foundation Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation working with children, their families, and the community to promote positive childhoods.
We run our Children and Family Services across eight Perth locations. These services include Early Learning Programs, Playgroups, Parenting Services, and community and family events. We employ Educators, Place Administrators, Enrolment Officers, and others to best support the children, families, and community who engage with our Services.
Through the Meerilinga Training College, we offer the Certificate III and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. We employ qualified Trainers, Youth Support Workers, Administration Support, Sales Representatives, and others to ensure our College runs smoothly and supports students through their learning journey and into employment.
We are committed to leading and challenging each other to be a community where everyone is respected and heard. Our team at Meerilinga also benefit from:
- Free onsite parking available;
- Salary sacrifice options;
- Regular professional development opportunities;
- Additional paid Christmas leave;
- Part uniform supplied.
If you are looking for a rewarding position with a community focus and have the qualifications and experience to join our team, we would love to hear from you!
Meerilinga acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Whadjuk, Noongar Boodjar, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
Please find our current vacancies below:
Part-Time Lead Educator Position – Ballajura Jobs that make a differenceMeerilinga Children and Community Services Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation offering children and community activities to promote positive childhoods. If you are looking for a rewarding career as a Curriculum Leader we would like to hear from you. Lead Educator PositionPart-Time – Tuesday – FridayBallajura – 26 hours per weekThe OrganisationMeerilinga has operated since 1911. The children and community centres provide access to free and fee paid children and community programs and activities, facilities use and information. Income generating activities including facility rental and licenced early learning programs operate from the centre. About the roleA unique opportunity to lead a small team of Diploma trained Educators in a Pre-kindy environment. Our beautiful service is integrated within the Children and Community Centre. Our 20-place service offers children aged 2.5 years to 5 years play based learning from 9am to 2pm, 4 days per week. Selection Criteria EssentialExcellent knowledge of National Quality FrameworkDemonstrated experience building partnerships with children and familiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to design and deliver exceptional educational programsAbility to collaborate, encourage, and inspire EducatorsSound judgement and decision makingCompetent in role modelling innovation and creativity in our Early Learning programsQualificationsHold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent (ACECQA approved)2 years’ experience leading an early learning program.Current First AidHow to applyIn return Meerilinga offers:A friendly supportive working environmentOpportunities for professional development trainingIT suppliedPart uniform suppliedApplicants must email a resume and cover letter outlining your previous role experience to **********@meerilinga.org.au in order to be considered for an interview.Further documents are required and will be discussed with the successful candidate.Interviews will begin immediately, and the advert will be open until position is filled. Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed individuals will be contacted.Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.au Lead Educator Ballajura JDFMeerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Ballardung, Whadjuk, Noongar Boodjar, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their cultures and to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
Educator Diploma Position Cockburn Jobs that make a differenceEducator Diploma PositionCockburn LocationTuesday and WednesdayThe OrganisationMeerilinga has operated since 1911. The children and community centres provide access to free and fee paid children and community programs and activities, facilities use and information. Income generating activities including facility rental and licenced early learning programs operate from the centre.About youExcellent knowledge of National Quality FrameworkDemonstrated experience building partnerships with children and familiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to design and deliver exceptional educational programsAbility to collaborate, encourage, and inspire EducatorsSound judgement and decision makingCompetent in role modelling innovation and creativity in our Early Learning ProgramsAspire to work in a not-for-profit organisation where you can attach greater meaning to the work you do.QualificationsHold a CHC50121/CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education or equivalent (ACECQA approved)2 years’ experience leading an early learning program.Current First Aid HLTAID012The benefitsA friendly supportive working environmentOpportunities for professional development trainingIT suppliedPart uniform suppliedJDF – Educator Diploma PositionApplicants are required to send via email a Resume, current working with children check, and qualification/s to **********@meerilinga.org.au. Further documents are required and will be discussed with the successful candidate. Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed individuals will be contacted.Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.auMeerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Ballardung, Whadjuk, Noongar Boodjar, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognize their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their cultures and to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
Community Engagement Officer – Bullsbrook Location
Curriculum Leader Diploma Position – High Wycombe Location Jobs that make a differenceCurriculum Leader Diploma Position – High Wycombe LocationMonday to FridayThe OrganisationMeerilinga has operated since 1911. The children and community centres provide access to free and fee paid children and community programs and activities, facilities use and information. Income generating activities including facility rental and licenced early learning programs operate from the centre.About youExcellent knowledge of National Quality FrameworkDemonstrated experience building partnerships with children and familiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to design and deliver exceptional educational programsAbility to collaborate, encourage, and inspire EducatorsSound judgement and decision makingCompetent in role modelling innovation and creativity in our Early Learning ProgramsAspire to work in a not-for-profit organisation where you can attach greater meaning to the work you do.QualificationsHold a CHC50121/CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education or equivalent (ACECQA approved)2 years’ experience leading an early learning program.Current First Aid HLTAID012The benefitsA friendly supportive working environmentOpportunities for professional development trainingIT suppliedPart uniform suppliedJDF Criteria Curriculum Leader High Wycombe (Diploma) 300623Applicants are required to send via email a Resume, current working with children check, and qualification/s to **********@meerilinga.org.au. Further documents are required and will be discussed with the successful candidate. Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed individuals will be contacted. Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.au Meerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Ballardung, Whadjuk, Noongar, Boodjar, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognize their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their cultures and to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation. We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
Educator Diploma Position – High Wycombe Location Jobs that make a differenceEducator Diploma PositionHigh Wycombe Location – Monday to FridayThe OrganisationMeerilinga has operated since 1911. The children and community centres provide access to free and fee paid children and community programs and activities, facilities use and information. Income generating activities including facility rental and licenced early learning programs operate from the centre.About youExcellent knowledge of National Quality FrameworkDemonstrated experience building partnerships with children and familiesExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to design and deliver exceptional educational programsAbility to collaborate, encourage, and inspire EducatorsSound judgement and decision makingCompetent in role modelling innovation and creativity in our Early Learning ProgramsAspire to work in a not-for-profit organisation where you can attach greater meaning to the work you do.QualificationsHold a CHC50121/CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education or equivalent (ACECQA approved)2 years’ experience leading an early learning program.Current First Aid HLTAID012The benefitsA friendly supportive working environmentOpportunities for professional development trainingIT suppliedPart uniform suppliedJDF Educator Diploma High Wycombe Applicants are required to send via email a Resume, current working with children check, and qualification/s to **********@meerilinga.org.au. Further documents are required and will be discussed with the successful candidate. Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed individuals will be contacted.Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.au Meerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Ballardung, Wadjuk, Noongar Boodja, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognize their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their cultures and to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation. We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
Part-Time Lead Educator (ECT) Position – High Wycombe Jobs that make a differenceLead Educator (ECT) PositionPart-Time – 65 hours a fortnightHigh Wycombe LocationMeerilinga has operated since 1911. The children and community centres provide access to free and fee paid children and community programs and activities, facilities use and information. Income generating activities including facility rental and licenced early learning programs operate from the centre.About the roleThe position will have a range of responsibilities including:Curriculum planning and implementation.Mentoring Educators on STEM, Language/Literacy, Fundamental movement skills.Reconciliation Action Plan championLeading and mentoring a team of amazing and passionate EducatorsLeading the development of the Quality Improvement Plan About youWe are seeking candidates 21 years or over.An approved equivalent or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.Must have at least 2 years’ experience leading an early learning program.Excellent knowledge of National Quality Framework and are able to implement a curriculum at exceeding levelDemonstrated experience building partnerships with familiesDemonstrated experience in the education and care of childrenWell-developed interpersonal and communication skills with both children and adultsDemonstrated ability to work in a culturally competent mannerThe ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environmentKnowledge of child protection law and proceduresWell-developed organisational skillsAspire to work in a not-for-profit organisation where you can attach greater meaning to the work you do.Lead Educator ECT Position High Wycombe JDF The BenefitsA friendly supportive working environmentOpportunities for professional development trainingIT suppliedSalary SacrificePart uniform supplied How to applyApplicants must email a resume and cover letter (no more than a page) outlining your previous role experience to **********@meerilinga.org.au in order to be considered for an interview.Further documents are required and will be discussed with the successful candidate.Interviews will begin immediately, and the advert will be open until position is filled. Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed individuals will be contacted.Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.auMeerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Ballardung, Whadjuk, Noongar Boodjar, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their cultures and to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available.
