Job description:

Passionate about early childhood education?

Join The Fern Cheltenham as an Assistant Educator / Trainee in our brand-new, purpose-built centre just 2 minutes from DFO!

With spacious open play areas and top-notch learning resources, it's the perfect place to inspire kids and grow your career in a fun, supportive team.

About the Role
• Create engaging activities that spark curiosity and inspire learning.
• Support children's growth by fostering independence, problem-solving, and social skills.
• Build trusted relationships with families and keep them engaged.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing space where children feel confident, secure, and excited to return every day.

Why Work With Us?

• Join a supportive, creative team that celebrates success.
• Engage children aged 6 weeks to 6 years with learning opportunities.
• Enjoy great perks — childcare discounts, referral bonuses, and lifestyle rewards.
• Boost your career with paid training and leadership programs via i9 Academy.
• Access free, confidential wellbeing support through EAP.

What You'll Bring
• An ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education or evidence of working towards an approved ECEC qualification (quarterly updates must be provided if working towards).
• Valid First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications.
• A valid Working with Children Check & National Police Check (not more than 6 months old).
• Full Australian working rights.
• Strong communication skills & a team-first attitude.
• Passion for nurturing and guiding young learners.

We encourage applications from people who are from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, and cultural background.

We prioritise child safety through our industry-leading SafeSteps framework giving our educators the tools, training, and support to create safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments every day.

Join a team where your passion is valued, your growth is supported, and every day is an opportunity to inspire young minds.

We're a family-owned and operated early learning group, revitalising centres across Victoria with a focus on care, community, and educator support.

T&Cs apply.

Apply today and start your journey with The Fern Cheltenham!