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Permanent Childcare Educator | Kyneton

We’re seeking a dedicated and nurturing Educator to join our Kyneton team on a maternity cover contract. In this role, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality, play-based learning programs that inspire curiosity, creativity, and growth in every child.

Centre Overview:

Journey Early Learning Kyneton is a modern, purpose-built 88-place centre thoughtfully designed to inspire imagination, curiosity, and a love of learning.

Our passionate team of Educators delivers engaging programs that support each child’s individual growth and development. We take pride in our strong community connections, partnering with local families, schools, and organisations to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

About the role:

This is a 9-month contractual maternity cover position within our vibrant Toddler Space. A permanent part-time opportunity, across 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.

As our new Childcare Educator, you’ll play a vital role in building meaningful connections with children, families, colleagues, and the wider community. You’ll support and guide children’s learning through play-based experiences while developing your own skills and knowledge in a nurturing, team-focused environment. With the support of your Centre Leadership Team, you’ll continue to grow as an inspired and confident 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 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
• Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis and First Aid Certificates

Who are we?

At Journey Early Learning, the very heart of our culture is anchored in four foundational pillars.

• Trust & Belief
• Support & Wellbeing
• Growth & Development
• Passion & Possibilities

What we offer:

• 80% off Childcare Discounts*
• Anniversary Gifts to recognise you
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Mental Health First Aid
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to retail/lifestyle discounts
• High-quality resources and environments

*Terms and 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.