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Permanent Childcare Educator | Fernvale

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Permanent Educator to join our Fernvale team in supporting the planning, implementing, and evaluating programs, for all children. 

Centre Overview: 

Nestled in the heart of a charming rural town, Journey Fernvale offers a unique blend of modern care and small-town warmth. While the country charm of Fernvale is evident, step inside our purpose-built, light-filled centre and you’ll find a welcoming, vibrant space where your child will feel right at home.

At Journey Fernvale, we take pride in being deeply connected to our community. Our centre isn’t just a place for learning – it’s a place where everyone knows your name, where every family is valued, and where memories are made and cherished. As our small rural centre grows, we remain committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment where children thrive, and families feel a part of something truly special.

Join us on this wonderful Journey as we continue to grow, flourish, and deliver care that is nothing short of excellent.

About the role: 

This is a Permanent part-time opportunity across Monday to Friday up to 37.5 hours. 
 
As our new Childcare Permanent Educator, you will be responsible for the development and fostering of meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the community. You will support and guide children’s learning, while developing your own career and knowledge within the childcare sector. As an Educator with Journey Early Learning, you will be supported by your Centre Leadership Team, as you learn the fundamental skills of being an inspired Educator within the Journey family. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times 
• Facilitate learning experiences for your allocated group of children 
• Assisting in the observation and evaluation of children's individual strengths, interests and preferences 
• Design and implement activities to be included in children's developmental program.  
• Be part of a collaborative teaching and interactive learning environment 

About you: 

You are a creative and inspired early childhood educator with a passion to lead and develop age specific programs and daily routines. You will be a collaborative member of the team, working to build strong relationships with Educators, children, and families. 

Key skills and requirements: 

• An ACECQA recognised Certificate III or higher 
• Experience leading and developing age specific programs and routines 
• An approved Working with Children Check (State Specific) 
• Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis and First Aid Certificates 

What we offer: 

• Above award rates + 10% Educator Wage Retention Grant
• 80% off Childcare Discounts* 
• Anniversary Gifts to recognise you 
• Paid Birthday Leave 
• Mental Health First Aid 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Access to retail/lifestyle discounts 
• Excursions - we encourage all services to engage with the community through excursions 

*Terms & Conditions apply

If you believe you have the skills and experience to be part of our team’s success – apply now! 

Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins. 

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We ensure every child every day is safe, secure and protected. We are united through Journey’s Commitment to Safeguarding Children and adhere to our See, Act, Tell framework. This framework empowers us to actively uphold and advocate for the rights and voices of children, focusing on the prevention, recognition, and response to abuse, neglect, and harm