The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
About Early Learning Victoria
Early Learning Victoria (ELV), as part of the Department of Education, is leading the roll-out of 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032, with 18 currently operating. Our centres offer long day care, three and four-year-old kindergarten and pre-prep in accessible, play-based environments connected to local communities. We are committed to creating enriching work environments, encouraging professional growth and maintaining the highest standards of child safety.
ELV is approved for the Commonwealth's Worker Retention Grant, which provides a 15% wage increase for eligible staff through to 30 November 2026.
About the Role
Opened in 2026 and co-located with Teesdale Primary School, Early Learning Victoria Barribina (meaning turtle) is a 102-place centre in Teesdale that will provide long day care and Three-Year-Old Kindergarten and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten programs.
Early Learning Victoria is approved to receive the Commonwealth's Worker Retention Grant, which funds a 15% wage increase above modern award rates for eligible employees.
We are looking for Diploma and Cert III level Educators.
In this role, you will:
- Support the team to deliver high-quality early childhood education guided by evidence-informed, contemporary pedagogy and practice
- Coordinate an environment where children can flourish and thrive, aligned with the National Quality Standards, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and National Education and Care Law and Regulations
- Develop, deliver and coordinate integrated teaching and learning strategies guided by the individual learning and development needs of each child
- Build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with families, children and colleagues, ensuring an inclusive environment where each child's needs are met
The position description for this role can be found HERE for Diploma qualified and HERE for Cert III qualified.
About You
- Demonstrated experience as an early childhood educator (Diploma and or Cert III qualified), delivering a high-quality play-based educational program
- Strong understanding of the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, Education Care Services National Law and Regulations, the National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills with staff, children, families and communities
- Experience working with children and families experiencing vulnerability is desirable
Qualifications and Experience
- ACECQA approved Diploma and/or Certificate III level qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care, or actively working towards completion
- Valid Working with Children Check, First Aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications; completion of Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning
- Agreement to a police check; an international police check must be provided for candidates who have resided outside of Australia for 12+ months in the last 10 years
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate; Safe Sleep Training is desirable
Applying and Further Information
Click Apply to proceed through to our recruitment platform. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for your relevant qualification level.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.
For more information about the role, or to request adjustments for participation in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]
Applications close 11:59pm on Tuesday 25 August 2026.
ELV is a child-safe organisation committed to creating environments where children are safe, valued, and respected. We maintain zero tolerance for child abuse, harm, neglect, or discrimination in any form. All staff are required to uphold the Child Safe Standards and actively contribute to a culture of child safety. Our Staff Code of Conduct policy outlines expected standards of behaviour for all staff and defines appropriate interactions with children; adherence is mandatory.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions, visit the Department website.
