We are seeking passionate early childhood professionals who want to make a difference in the education of young children.

· Above award remuneration

· Paid professional development and first aid training

· Well-resourced centre with a supportive team of educators

About the role

We are currently looking for a Room Leader, an Early Childhood Teacher and an Assistant Educator to join our team. The individuals we seek will be passionate, hardworking, and enthusiastic with a deep appreciation for the importance of quality early childhood education. The room leader will have completed their Diploma in Early Childhood Education or an Early Childhood Teaching qualification, and the Early Childhood Teacher will have completed (or will be currently working towards) an Early Childhood Teaching qualification. The Assistant Educator will have completed, be completing, or willing to obtain their Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

About us

Deakin School for Early Learning is an independent 90-place long day centre for children aged 0-5 years old. It is open from 7.45 am – 6 pm. At Deakin School for Early Learning, we are passionate about building positive relationships and a strong sense of connection between educators, children and families. We have high expectations for children and view them as capable, competent individuals who have the capacity to change and impact the world around them. Informed by research, we believe in the importance of promoting children’s agency, and we support children to take an active role in their learning by helping them to develop their self-regulatory capacities.

What we offer

At Deakin School for Early Learning, we are committed to providing a supportive work environment. You will have access to:

• above award pay (Children’s Services Award or the Education Services (Teachers) Award for teachers in long day care centres (where applicable)
• paid professional development opportunities and the chance to work with an enthusiastic and committed team of educators
• a TQI accredited Highly Accomplished Teacher to support Early Childhood Teacher’s through the teacher accreditation process
• Paid first aid training
• A free annual flu and covid vaccination (optional)
• A substantial discount on childcare gap fees
• A flexible work roster/hours

What you will need

The successful candidate will have experience working in an educational setting and a current Working With Vulnerable People Card. The successful candidate will hold either a Diploma (Room Leader role), an ACECQA approved Early Childhood Teaching qualification (or working towards) (Early Childhood Teacher role), or a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards).

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send an email with your resume to [email protected].