• Fixed-term part-time: 9 February 2026 27 November 2026 15.2 hours per week
• PSFO Level 1-3 $117325 - $124247 p.a. plus 12% superannuation (pro-rata)
• Support family-centred Early Learning practices for the community in a close-knit team

Job Summary

The Pre School Field Officer supports educators to create inclusive play-based environments where all children are valued heard and able to thrive.

About Baw Baw Shire Council

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. Youll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about. Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workforce of around 400 full-time part-time and casual employees all benefiting from great flexibility work/life sway study support health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs. At Baw Baw Shire Council we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne Baw Baw Shire is one of Victorias fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbournes CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training seminars and conferences in the city without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

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About the Role

The Pre School Field Officer supports early childhood educators within Baw Baw Shires Victorian government funded kindergarten services to plan and implement inclusive learning environments that are responsive to the needs of children with additional needs. The PSFO provides a range of supports including information resources observations program strategies coaching and identification of referral pathways.

About the successful candidate

You are a qualified early childhood educator (degree or equivalent) with experience delivering high-quality inclusive kindergarten programs. You are deeply committed to supporting every child to feel safe valued and able to reach their full potential. You are a strong advocate of contemporary approaches to inclusive practice that include play-based learning social justice supporting children to have a voice and promoting positive outcomes for children and families.You have excellent time management and your approach is reflective collaborative and flexible with strong communication and problem-solving skills. You understand the diverse needs of children and the barriers families may experience and you work with empathy and professionalism to build strong partnerships.You enjoy being part of a supportive team that values creativity reflective dialogue shared learning and celebrates the unique strengths and potential of every child.For more information on this role please contact Belinda Forester Coordinator Early Years on

Why youll love working at Baw Baw Shire

We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: