Inspire and Educate Young Minds with Meli

Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children? At Meli, we are dedicated to supporting individuals and strengthening our communities. We are looking for enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators (Cert III and Diploma) to join our relief casual pool. In these roles, you will deliver high-quality, inclusive education programs and help create a nurturing and stimulating environment for our youngest learners.

About the Role

As a member of our relief casual pool, you will:

• Step in to provide high-quality, inclusive early childhood education programs during pre-planned leave or at short notice (night before or morning of).
• Develop and maintain respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and partner agencies.
• Provide appropriate and adequate supervision of children.
• Identify, respond and report concerns regarding child safety and wellbeing.
• As part of the team, undertake preparation activities, ensure general cleanliness and set up and pack up of equipment and activities.

Position Details

• Casual position with a minimum availability of two days per week
• Shifts will include both pre-arranged relief and short notice placements (morning of or night before).
• Salary as per VECTEA 2020 - $27.17 to $31.61 p/h (depending on experience and qualification)
• To view the Position Descriptions please visit www.meli.org.au/careers

Why Work with Us?

At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact:

• Supportive Culture: Be part of an organisation that values collaboration, continuous learning, and the contribution of every team member.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.
• Impactful Work: Play an active role in shaping the early learning experiences of children in our community.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience across multiple kindergarten settings and learn from a diverse team of educators.
• Dynamic Environments: Engage with a variety of teaching approaches and educational settings that inspire creativity and growth.
• Financial Benefits: Meli pays Educators at the qualification they hold with employment as per the terms of the VECTEA 2020

What We're Looking For

We value individuals who bring dedication, empathy, and expertise to their roles. To succeed in this position, you will have:

• A relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education (Certificate III, Diploma, or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent as approved by ACECQA and suitable pursuant to the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011)
• A valid employee Working with Children Check for Educators.
• Knowledge of the National Education and Care Services Act and Regulations 2011 and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and ECEC National Quality Framework and Standards
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to adapt to different teams and settings.
• A passion for supporting children’s development through creative, reflective, and responsive teaching practices.

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can best support you.

How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above. Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 29 June 2025

For more information about the position please contact Tiffany Roussety, Team Leader Family, Enrolments and Relief on 0418 850 846.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

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