Role: Early Childhood Teacher (VIT Fully Registered) – Early Intervention and Inclusion
Location: 21-25 Liquidamber Street, Doveton, 3177, VIC
Centre: Goodstart Doveton
Employment Type: Full-time, 2-Year Fixed-Term Contact.
Pay: $45.45 - $68.53 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + Super
Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers
Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave
We’re now looking for a passionate VIT Fully Registered Teacher to join our team at Goodstart Doveton in a specialised Early Intervention and Inclusion role .
As a VIT Fully Registered Teacher - Early Intervention and Inclusion Specialist, you will support the inclusion, learning, and development of children from birth–6 years with additional needs. Working closely with educators, you will implement inclusive practices, develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), collaborate with external professionals, and build educator capability through coaching and modelling with effective demonstration of teaching.
Success in this role will be achieved through strong collaboration with the centre leadership team and working together with educators, families, community organisations, Local Elders, community groups, schools including teachers and Principals, and other service providers. You must also champion respectful family partnerships and draw on both professional and lived experience to build inclusive learning communities. You will support the team to embed deeply connected principles of quality teaching, equity, social inclusion, and evidence-informed early intervention, you will provide expertise and leadership to embed adaptive, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches that honour each child’s communication style, sensory profile, learning preferences, and developmental pathway.
You will be at the core of our mission, supporting our centre teams to facilitate access and participation in ECEC and other local services to support better outcomes for children and families. Your work will help shape the future, ensuring every child gets the best start in life.
About Goodstart Doveton:
✅ Exceeding-rated centre
75-place service
A welcoming, inclusive environment focused on high-quality early learning
Strong connections with families, local community, and support services
This is an incredible opportunity to work in a centre that values collaboration, inclusion, and innovation in early childhood education.
What Goodstart can offer you:
Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers
Thriving Teachers Program – unique to Goodstart, regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers
Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources
A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
You’ll need:
Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
VIT Full Teacher Registration (essential)
Qualifications in Special Education/Inclusive Education equivalent is desirable.
7-10 years in an inclusive education role
Strong knowledge of neurodiversity and inclusive education principles.
Experience working with children aged birth–6 with addition needs including trauma-related, behavioural, medical, and developmental needs.
Current Drivers License
Current VIC WWC Check
How to apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question? Contact Talent Acquisition Partner Salena via email
[email protected]
Supporting our people and protecting our children
We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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Posting Notes: DOVETON, MELBOURNE || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Bachelor (ECT) 3yr || Full-Time
