Early Childhood Educators - Diploma, Cert 3

Do you want to make an IMPACT?

Early Childhood Educators (Diploma / Cert III)

Casual | Latrobe City Council Preschools

$32.56 – $39.51 per hour dependent on qualifications, experience and classification under the Early Education Employees Agreement 2020 (EEEA).

We're looking for passionate and caring Early Childhood Educators (Diploma / Cert III) to join our Preschool team in a Casual capacity.

In this role, you'll help create safe, welcoming and engaging learning environments where children can grow, learn and thrive. Working alongside experienced Early Childhood Teachers and educators, you'll play an important role in supporting children's development, building positive relationships with families and contributing to high-quality early learning programs.

This is a great opportunity to further develop your skills and experience in a supportive team environment while making a meaningful difference in the lives of local children and families.

Why Join Us at Council?

When you join Latrobe City Council, you'll make a real impact in your community while working in an inclusive, supportive and child safe environment that values your growth and wellbeing. We offer:

• Opportunities to support your learning, development and career progression
• A collaborative team environment where you'll feel supported and connected
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference in the community
• A positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance

Join a team that supports you to thrive and empowers you to grow your career, right here in the heart of Gippsland.

What You'll be Doing

• Supporting the delivery of engaging, play-based learning experiences that promote children's development and wellbeing.
• Building positive, respectful relationships with children, families and fellow educators.
• Assisting to create and maintain a safe, healthy and welcoming learning environment.
• Observing and contributing to children's learning and development outcomes
• Working collaboratively with Early Childhood Teachers to deliver quality educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning and Development Framework.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining compliance with National Quality Standards.

About You

You are a warm, enthusiastic and caring educator who is passionate about supporting young children to learn and grow. You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team and building positive relationships with children and families. You bring a genuine commitment to high-quality early childhood education and are motivated to continue developing your skills and knowledge in the sector.

Key Selection Criteria

• Diploma in Children's Services or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Demonstrated ability to support the developmental needs, interests and learning of all children, including children with additional needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families and colleagues
• Current Working with Children Check, First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications and Compliance with National Child Safe Training (Geccko) (or ability to obtain)

We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, even if you don't meet every requirement.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Qualification check (if applicable).

Interested or want to learn more?

Contact Nicole Macfarlane – Team Leader - Early Learning & Care on 04•• ••• 474. All discussions about recruitment at Council are confidential.

Ready to Apply?

Please click apply now to start your application. We're looking forward to receiving your application by 5.00pm on 8 September 2026.

Belonging at Latrobe City Council

At Latrobe City Council, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to maintaining a child safe organisation. Our recruitment practices reflect this. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and offer support through our Indigenous Employment Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For further information, contact IndigenousEmployment@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 13•• ••• 700. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Careers team at careers@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 5128 6113.