Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)

Glenorchy - Australia

Yearly Salary: $ 67960 - 74178

Posted on: 12 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Glenorchy City Council is currently seeking passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educators to join our teams at our Benjafield and Berriedale Early Education & Care Services. These rewarding opportunities are ideal for professionals who are committed to enriching the lives of children aged birth to five years through high-quality education and care.

About the Role:

As an Early Childhood Educator youll play a vital role in creating engaging developmentally appropriate learning experiences while ensuring the health safety and wellbeing of every child. Youll be part of a collaborative professional team thats making a meaningful difference in the local community.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality care with a strong focus on safety health and wellbeing.
Design and implement educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework V2.0 (EYLF).
Lead and contribute to team discussions on child development using your expertise to enhance learning outcomes.
Build strong respectful relationships with children families and colleagues.
Maintain a clean safe and engaging environment that supports every childs growth and development.

What Were Looking For:
Were seeking individuals who are enthusiastic nurturing and ready to make an impact. To be successful you will have:

A Diploma in Early Childhood Education or be actively working towards one.
Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and EYLF V2.0.
A collaborative approach to working within a team environment.
Excellent communication skills and a deep appreciation for family engagement.
Demonstrated experience in a similar setting.
A current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Child Related Activity.

Why Join Us
Youll be part of a supportive community-focused team that values professional growth wellbeing and delivering the highest standard of early childhood education.

Days and Position Hours: Monday to Friday part-time minimum 30 hours per week

Our commitment to community:

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy outlines our commitment view it here

What we off you:

We provide a diverse inclusive and supportive work environment with access to:

Security: Job security and a variety of work activities
Additional Leave: Purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave per year
Training: Great training and development opportunities
High Superannuation: Competitive benefits plus 15% superannuation
Employee Assistance Program: Free counselling service for you and your family
Salary Increases: Annual salary increases as per the Enterprise Agreement
Parking: Onsite
Other Perks: Corporate health memberships gym banking and lots more
Glenorchy City Councils Enterprise Agreement 2025

For further information on this position contact Kate Whitbread Child Care Delivery Coordinator on (03)

How to apply: If you meet the above requirements lodge your application on this site or on the Glenorchy City Council website - Careers page.

Your application MUST include:

A cover letter outlining how your skills and experience relate to the position
An up-to-date resume
Copies of essential requirements (mandatory qualifications / registrations / licences)

Pre-employment checks including a national Police check health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 16 November 2025

Position Description - Early Childhood Educator - Diploma