We are a highly motivated, experienced and innovative team at Wantirna South ELC and we support our people to be their best.

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher – 3- to 4-year-old kindergarten, to join our team at Wantirna South Early Learning Centre. This is a gem of an opportunity for a passionate and skilled ECT.

Wantirna South ELC firmly believes children come first. Our inclusive practices are centred around the community we live and learn within. Through a collaborative partnership with our families and communities, we aspire to develop and empower our children with life-long learning skills, to ensure they are equipped and ready for their futures.

Through ‘play’ children learn about their world, we believe in real world learning that is underpinned by children’s natural inquiry. We believe that children are unique in their own right, as we foster a holistic approach in supporting children’s development and learning.

Our shared vision is to:

• Inspire passion and motivate our teams towards personal and professional growth and accomplishment
• Empower our teams to strive for continuous improvement and deliver excellence in best practice that in turn works to provide best outcomes for children and families.

We value passionate and motivated team members who are honest, respectful and empathetic in their communication style and who inspire and drive best outcomes for all stakeholders. Staff who are part of our team are supported with opportunities for professional development and networking and are valued for their contributions through staff events, celebrations, rewards and incentives.

About the role:

• Oversee the daily operations of a childcare room – including programming, planning, and implementing engaging learning experiences
• Lead, mentor and support a team of passionate early childhood educators to deliver exceptional care and education
• Ensure all children’s developmental, physical, social, and emotional needs are met
• Foster positive relationships with families and communicate regularly about children’s progress
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment that adheres to all relevant regulations and policies
• Collaborate with the Centre Manager and other Room Leaders to contribute to the overall success of the centre
• Participate in ongoing professional development to continuously improve your practice.

Benefits:

• Participate in paid, customised professional learning around educational leadership, pedagogy and practice, team culture and philosophy development.
• Workshops and ongoing mentoring with our pedagogical consultant, KG Learning
• Generous childcare discounts
• Wellbeing initiatives: fully stocked staff kitchen, wellness areas for relaxation during rest breaks, annual subscription to the ‘Calm’ mindfulness app, access to our in-person EAP service
• Internal career advancement opportunities across our network of centres
• Recognition for hard work and contributions to children’s learning, relationships, and team culture
• RDO for full time staff.

About You:

• Hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
• Have a min. of 1 years’ experience implementing a 3YO Kinder program
• Have a positive attitude and passionate approach
• Have the ability to lead and mentor a team of educators
• Have an understanding of delivering an inquiry based approach to children’s learning and development.
• Have sound knowledge / Understanding of the EYLF & NQS
• Have completed First Aid
• Have a current provisional/conditional VIT accreditation.

About Us:

Wantirna South Early Learning Centre is a leading provider of high-quality childcare and early learning services in the inner Melbourne community.  We believe that it takes a village to raise a child, therefore we are active partners who create collaborative relationships with families and the community.

Our purpose-built centre offers a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop to their full potential. We embrace a tailored and holistic approach to education, focusing on each child’s developmental needs and interests.

We offer a secure and safe environment where curiosity is encouraged, concepts are explored and discovery is celebrated. Across our centres, we have additional programs shaped by the local community. These may include the;

• Playground to Plate ® program with a dedicated Horticulturalist embedding nutrition, sustainability and environmental awareness
• Cooking classes
• Art classes
• Language classes
• Bush kinder program.

You will be joining a small group of family owned and operated centres across Melbourne. We are truly committed to supporting the education and growth of young children and our team.

To apply, please click here and navigate to, complete and submit the Application form

Wantirna South Early Learning Centre values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Wantirna South Early Learning Centre has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.