Early Childhood Educator

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YMCA Victoria is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Educator for Narre Warren South, onsite 7am to 6pm, with above-award pay, a 50% childcare discount, uniform, and personalised development plans, plus clear growth paths across Children’s Programs and the wider organisation. Benefits include gym, recreation and aquatics access and the Virtual Y. Required are a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood/Children’s Services, First Aid and CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certifications, and an Employee Working with Children Check, with safeguarding and pre-employment checks. To apply, click Apply. Emphasise your experience with early age groups, programming and documentation, leadership and a health-minded approach, and align your resume with the Y’s belonging and inclusion values.

About the Y Victoria

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y. 

We Value You

At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Above award rates
• 50% childcare discount
• YMCA Victoria uniform provided
• Individualised personal development plans
• Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)
• Opportunities for career development and growth across Children’s Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Have experience with early age groups, programming and documentation
• Be a natural leader and love to share your knowledge
• Promote and advocate good health and treat every child’s health as a top priority

Qualifications Required

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early - Childhood/Children’s services
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
• Employee Working with Children Check

About the Centre

Narre Warren Centre Hours: 7am - 6pm

How to Apply

If this is you, click the Apply button.

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Commitment to Safeguarding

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by the Y to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

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