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Permanent Educator | Essendon

🌟 About the Role

We’re seeking a warm, dedicated Permanent Educator to join our Essendon centre. In this role, you’ll help create meaningful learning experiences, build strong connections with children and families, and support a calm, inclusive environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to learn.

You’ll work alongside a passionate team and be supported by an engaged Centre Leadership Team who value collaboration, communication, and ongoing professional growth.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Support engaging, play‑based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning and development
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on quality and consistency
• Maintain a high standard of health, safety, and wellbeing

💛 About You

• ACECQA‑recognised Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
• Passionate about early learning, child development, and meaningful relationships
• A supportive, positive communicator who thrives in a team environment
• Committed to reflective practice and continuous improvement
• Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis, and First Aid certificates

🌿 About Our Essendon Centre

At our Essendon Centre we embrace the uniqueness of each child, recognising their individuality and treating them with the utmost respect. Every child has the right to belong, learn, grow, and flourish in a safe and supportive environment. We believe in nurturing their curiosity and fostering a genuine eagerness to learn.

🌱 Growth & Development at Journey

At Journey, your growth matters. You’ll have access to:
• Journey Academy and targeted professional learning
• Mentoring and support from experienced leaders
• Opportunities to strengthen your practice and progress your career
• A culture that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement

🎁 Why You’ll Love Journey

• 80% childcare discounts*
• Up to 15% Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP)
• Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition
• Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program
• Access to retail and lifestyle discounts
• High‑quality environments and supportive leadership
*Terms and conditions apply.

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We follow our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and the See, Act, Tell framework to ensure every child is safe, secure, and protected every day.