Diploma/Cert Iii Qualified Educators - Permanent Role

Villa Bambini is an Exceeding rated Early Learning Centre, located on the site of a heritage listed Fire Station in Essendon. Following the Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, we endeavour to create learning environments that challenge and celebrate individual children's learning.

We are currently looking for Diploma Qualified - Permanent Educators to join our team. We wish to hear from candidates who display strong work ethic, a high level of written and verbal communication skills, and the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.

What you would be doing:

• Developing and implementing the educational programs and achieving quality learning outcomes,
• Using a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc.) to enhance individual children’s abilities,
• Creating and maintaining an inclusive, fun, safe, healthy, productive and effective learning environment,
• Creating and maintaining excellent relationships with children, families, carers and other team members,
• Keeping records of children’s progress, routines and interests,
• Ensuring compliance with routines, policies, processes and practices.

Candidate Requirements:

• Current Working with Children’s Check,
• Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, CPR and Asthma certificates,
• 2 years’ experience working within an early childhood setting (recommended), 
• Ability to follow and give direction,
• Proven experience in a similar role,
• Passion, enthusiasm and a strong commitment to high quality care.

A demonstrated understanding of: 

• National Quality Framework (NQF),
• Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF),
• Child Protection & Safe Standards Training,
• Workplace Health & Safety issues,
• The ability to form warm and responsive relationships with children, 
• Ability to work and contribute to a team environment.

Why apply?

• Opportunities for growth and career progression,
• Join a dynamic, passionate and supportive team,
• Training opportunities,
• Competitive salary.

If this sounds like you - apply now!

Expressions of interest should contain a cover letter outlining how you feel this position is suited for you and what you can bring to the company.