Shape the future of Banyule’s youngest community members through quality early childhood education.
Make a meaningful difference in children’s early years by joining a supportive and passionate team. In this role, you’ll deliver a high-quality education and care program for children from birth to 6 years, aligned with the Early Childhood Services Philosophy, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Quality Standards.
Why you'll love this role
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing at St Hellier Street Children's Centre, Heidelberg West. As a Certificate III Early Childhood Educator, you’ll provide safe, high-quality education and care for children from birth to 6 years, with a key focus on supporting the kinder room. You’ll help increase educator support, assist children with additional care needs to participate fully in the program, and extend children’s learning through positive, engaging experiences. Working within a collaborative and child-focused team, you’ll contribute to a safe, inclusive environment aligned with the Early Childhood Services Philosophy and Child Safe Standards.
What you'll bring/what we are looking for
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent qualification
- Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework
- Ability to maintain clear written records and contribute to documentation relating to children’s learning and development
- Strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks
- Understanding of mandatory reporting requirements and awareness of the diverse cultural needs of families
Pre-employment requirements
- CPR / First Aid
- Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
- Current Working with Children’s Check
We offer:
- A temporary (until 23 May 2027), part-time role working 22 hours per week - Monday 9:30 to 4pm, Wednesday & Friday 8 am to 5pm.
- Salary from $42,088.40 to $44,092.23 per annum dependent on experience (for comparison at full time, this would be $72,698.14 to $76,159.30 per annum plus super).
- Learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives
How to apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum of three pages) setting out your achievements, skills and experience aligned to the key selection criteria in the position description.
For more information about this position, please view the position description. For a chat about this role, please call Elizabeth Roberts on 0428 383 122
Applications close: 16 July 2026 at 11:45 PM .
Why choose Banyule? At Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]
Our Values : Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.
Diversity Statement : Our community is made up of diverse cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025 .
Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians : Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history. Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment : Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.
