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Permanent Educator

  • 495645
  • Thomastown, VIC
  • Childcare Educator
  • Permanent Part time
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Permanent Educator | Thomastown

🌟 About the Role

We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Permanent Educator to join our Thomastown team within our Nursery room. This is a rewarding opportunity to nurture our youngest learners during the most important stage of their development. You’ll join an established, supportive team, where you’ll build strong, trusting relationships with children and families.

This is a permanent opportunity across Monday to Friday working 37.5 hours per week. 

✅ Key Responsibilities

  • Support engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
  • Build warm, respectful relationships with children, families, and educators
  • Observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning and development
  • Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive learning environment
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, and wellbeing

💛 About You

  • ACECQA‑recognised Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education
  • Prior experience in the Nursery space
  • Passionate about children’s learning, wellbeing, and development
  • A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
  • Committed to reflective practice and continuous improvement
  • Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis, and First Aid certificates

🌿 About Our Thomastown Centre

Our Thomastown centre is a well‑established 80‑place service with deep community connections and long‑standing relationships with families. Our team is supportive, experienced, and committed to creating a welcoming environment where children and educators feel a strong sense of belonging.

đŸŒ± Growth & Development at Journey

At Journey, your growth matters. You’ll have access to:

  • Journey Academy for professional learning
  • Opportunities to build confidence and progress your career
  • A culture that supports curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning

🎁 Why You’ll Love Journey

  • 80% childcare discounts*
  • 15% Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP)
  • Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition
  • Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program
  • Retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Supportive leadership and high‑quality learning environments
    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.

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