Join Our Caring Team at Collard’s Childcare & Kindergarten – A Boutique, Family-Owned Early Learning Centre

Collard’s is a boutique, family-owned and operated long day care and kindergarten with over 30 years of experience. We are located in Mill Park. Our centre is a true home away from home for both children and educators.

We are a Child Safe Organisation, committed to embedding the Victorian Child Safe Standards in our everyday practice. We currently operate under the 11 Child Safe Standards and are actively preparing for the introduction of the 13 updated Child Safe Standards from September 2025.

To support the safety and wellbeing of all children and educators, CCTV cameras are in operation across all indoor and outdoor play areas.

Our spacious playrooms are thoughtfully designed with beautiful wooden cupboards, wooden blocks, a cosy home corner, a library, and a creative art area. Outdoors, children explore large sandpits, a traffic school, wrap-around verandas, and lush gardens surrounded by developing trees – creating a peaceful and inspiring environment.

A full-time kindergarten teacher delivers sessional programs in a dedicated kinder room. This position is not for a kindergarten teacher, but for a Diploma-qualified educator to work in our 3–5-year-old room.

Our Curriculum Is Grounded In:

Inquiry-based learning

STEAM education

The 3a (Abecedarian) Approach Australia

The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Child Safe Standards (currently 11, transitioning to 13 in September 2025)

Our 3–5-year-old children enjoy weekly excursions to the Mill Park Library, Pit Gymnastics, and Aqua Swimming, supporting their learning, wellbeing, and connection to the local community.

We Offer:

Inclusion in the Early Childhood Retention Program

15% above award rates (10% now, 5% next year)

Supportive leadership and a collaborative, nurturing team culture

A beautiful, well-resourced environment that values educators as professionals

About You:

Diploma-qualified or Certificate III (ACECQA recognised)

A bright, bubbly person with a “can-do” attitude

Experienced working with children aged 0 to 6 years, particularly in the 3–5-year-old age group

Self-motivated and proactive in nurturing and supporting children

Skilled in planning inquiry-based, play-based learning experiences

Warm, kind, and caring, with the ability to build strong, respectful relationships with children

Confident using strength-based behaviour guidance strategies

Strong understanding of the VEYLDF, NQF, Education and Care Regulations, and the Child Safe Standards

Excellent communication, time management, and computer skills

Fit, active, and hands-on, with a common-sense approach to everyday practice

To Apply:

If this sounds like the right fit for you, please send your:

Resume

Cover letter

A recent colour photo of yourself

Copies of your Working With Children Check (WWCC), Child Protection Certificate, First Aid certificates, and qualifications

To: Melissa Collard
📧 [email protected]