Job Description
Location
Parkville VIC 3010
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Role type: Full time , Fixed Term Maternity Leave Cover for 12 months
Department: Student and Scholarly Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UoM 4 - $78,824 - $83,655 p.a. plus 17% super
Nurture children's development / Implement innovative educational programs / Collaborate in a supportive team environment
Apply now to join our passionate team and make a lasting impact on children's early learning journey
Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .
Your next career opportunity
A s an Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) at the University of Melbourne, you'll have the opportunity to provide high-quality education and care for children aged 3 months to five years. You'll implement innovative programs aligned with national frameworks, work collaboratively in a supportive team environment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers you the chance to shape young minds and futures while developing your professional skills in a dynamic university setting.
Your responsibilities will include:
Implement High-Quality Educational Programs: Design, implement, and evaluate programs that respond to children's individual strengths and interests, aligned with national curriculum frameworks.
Foster Child Development and Wellbeing: Create responsive environments that support children's wellbeing, relationships, and learning through child-led and guided play experiences.
Maintain Professional Documentation: Record observations, assess learning, and maintain children's records in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and early childhood pedagogy.
Collaborate and Reflect: Work as part of a team to create enriching learning environments, critically reflect on practice, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a passionate early childhood professional with an approved Diploma qualification, committed to providing high-quality education and care while fostering children's development through innovative and responsive programming.
You may also:
Hold an approved early childhood educator Diploma qualification (ACECQA approved)
Possess a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Have experience working in an approved education and care service
Hold a Level 2 First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012), including anaphylaxis and asthma components
Have completed current Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting training
Demonstrate knowledge of relevant Federal and State Government legislation and frameworks
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.
Early Childhood Education Services is located within Student and Scholarly Services at The University of Melbourne, comprising the Early Learning Centre, Abbotsford (90 places daily), Queensberry Children’s Centre (96 places daily) and Swanston Street Children’s Centres (41 places daily) . These centres provide early childhood education for approximately 350 children aged 3 months to five years from the University and the surrounding community. The centres operate for a minimum of 48 weeks per year and are open for 10 hours per day. The early childhood education staff team is comprised of approximately 60 staff working either full-time or part-time across the three centres .
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation . We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, ****** orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods . To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0478XXXXXX or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected] . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2026-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected] .
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today ! Including the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the .
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alexandra Beasley via email at alexandr.beasley @unimelb.edu.au , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the .
: JR -002 931 Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) Fixed Term PD
Applications close Thursday 7 August at 11.55pm.
Parkville VIC 3010
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Role type: Full time , Fixed Term Maternity Leave Cover for 12 months
Department: Student and Scholarly Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UoM 4 - $78,824 - $83,655 p.a. plus 17% super
Nurture children's development / Implement innovative educational programs / Collaborate in a supportive team environment
Apply now to join our passionate team and make a lasting impact on children's early learning journey
Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .
Your next career opportunity
A s an Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) at the University of Melbourne, you'll have the opportunity to provide high-quality education and care for children aged 3 months to five years. You'll implement innovative programs aligned with national frameworks, work collaboratively in a supportive team environment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers you the chance to shape young minds and futures while developing your professional skills in a dynamic university setting.
Your responsibilities will include:
Implement High-Quality Educational Programs: Design, implement, and evaluate programs that respond to children's individual strengths and interests, aligned with national curriculum frameworks.
Foster Child Development and Wellbeing: Create responsive environments that support children's wellbeing, relationships, and learning through child-led and guided play experiences.
Maintain Professional Documentation: Record observations, assess learning, and maintain children's records in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and early childhood pedagogy.
Collaborate and Reflect: Work as part of a team to create enriching learning environments, critically reflect on practice, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a passionate early childhood professional with an approved Diploma qualification, committed to providing high-quality education and care while fostering children's development through innovative and responsive programming.
You may also:
Hold an approved early childhood educator Diploma qualification (ACECQA approved)
Possess a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Have experience working in an approved education and care service
Hold a Level 2 First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012), including anaphylaxis and asthma components
Have completed current Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting training
Demonstrate knowledge of relevant Federal and State Government legislation and frameworks
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.
Early Childhood Education Services is located within Student and Scholarly Services at The University of Melbourne, comprising the Early Learning Centre, Abbotsford (90 places daily), Queensberry Children’s Centre (96 places daily) and Swanston Street Children’s Centres (41 places daily) . These centres provide early childhood education for approximately 350 children aged 3 months to five years from the University and the surrounding community. The centres operate for a minimum of 48 weeks per year and are open for 10 hours per day. The early childhood education staff team is comprised of approximately 60 staff working either full-time or part-time across the three centres .
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation . We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, ****** orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods . To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0478XXXXXX or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected] . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2026-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected] .
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today ! Including the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the .
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alexandra Beasley via email at alexandr.beasley @unimelb.edu.au , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the .
: JR -002 931 Early Childhood Educator (Diploma) Fixed Term PD
Applications close Thursday 7 August at 11.55pm.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Early Childhood Educator (diploma) position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Parkville offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
