Make a meaningful impact in Banyule by helping children learn, grow and thrive
Join a supportive service that values teamwork and makes a meaningful difference in children’s early years. We are seeking expressions of interest from Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educators for a short-term opportunity at Morobe Children’s Centre. Working across all rooms, you’ll help deliver high-quality education and care for children from birth to age 6, with access to professional development and opportunities to increase your hours throughout the week.
Why you'll love this role
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a supportive team where you can make a real difference in children’s early years. Working across all rooms, you’ll deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences that support each child’s development and wellbeing. This part-time role (Mondays and Fridays – 16 hours, 1-hour unpaid lunch break) offers variety and collaboration, with a strong focus on child safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement within a nurturing and professional environment. You’ll work across a rotating roster, with shifts scheduled between 6:45 am and 6:15 pm over a four-week cycle.
What you’ll do:
- Plan and deliver quality education and care programs for children from birth to 6 years, aligned with relevant early years frameworks
- Build positive relationships with children and families, supporting daily routines, wellbeing and inclusive participation
- Observe and document children’s learning, maintain learning records, and contribute to program planning
- Maintain a child-safe environment by following Council policies, procedures and Child Safe Standards
- Work collaboratively with educators, families and the Service Coordinator to support positive outcomes for children
What you'll bring/what we are looking for
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, as recognised under the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011
- Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework
- Understanding of child development, mandatory reporting requirements and culturally responsive practice
- Strong teamwork, time management and documentation skills to support children’s learning and development.
Pre-employment requirements
- CPR / First Aid
- Level 2 First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) (Previously known as a police check)
- Current Working with Children’s Check
We offer:
- A permanent, part-time role (16 hours per week).
- Salary range $31,306.61 to $33,091.96 per annum plus super (dependent on experience). For comparison, at full-time, this is equivalent to $74,353.19 to $78,591.71 per annum.
- 26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives
- Flexible work and leave arrangement.
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 confidential discussion, we encourage you to contact A manda Polan on 0466 564 700 .
Applications close: 18 June 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.
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.
