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.

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 Team Leader, Diploma-qualified educator to work in our 2-3-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

Our 2-3-year-old children enjoy weekly/ fortnightly excursions to the Mill Park Library. Supporting their learning, wellbeing, and connection to the local community.

We Offer:

Free parking

Supportive leadership and a collaborative, nurturing team culture

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

About You:

A positive role model who embraces a strength-based leadership approach

Brings positivity, encouragement, and guidance to the team

Inspires others to grow in confidence and strengthen their practice

Promotes collaboration and shared goals within the team

Acts as a mentor, fostering professional growth and celebrating achievements

Creates a nurturing environment where educators feel valued and motivated

Empowers educators to deliver the best outcomes for children and families

Committed to the Child Safe Standards, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of every child by embedding child protection practices and fostering a culture of vigilance and care

As a Diploma-qualified educator (ACECQA recognised), you are confident in your knowledge of early childhood education and care.

With a bright, bubbly personality and a genuine “can-do” attitude, you inspire those around you, fostering collaboration, creativity, and a supportive environment for both children and educators.

Experienced working with children aged 0 to 6 years.

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]