Vacancy Details

Early Childhood Educator – Level 3

Wangaratta, VIC | Multiple Opportunities | Full Time, Part Time and Casual Roles Available 

  • Full Time (38 hours per week): $70,017 per annum + super
  • Part Time: $35.43 per hour + super
  • Casual: $44.29 per hour (includes casual loading) + super

If you are passionate about early learning and ready to take the next step in your career, this is your moment. At Wangaratta Childrens Services Centre, we are not just caring for children, we are nurturing curiosity, confidence and connection in the next generation.

We are looking for dedicated Diploma qualified Level 3 Educators who want to lead with heart, inspire young minds, and contribute to a centre that genuinely values quality, inclusion and professional growth. Here, your ideas matter. Your leadership matters. And the work you do every day makes a real difference

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

  • Above-ratio staffing for more support and stronger relationships
  • Centre open 7.30am – 5.30pm – ideal for flexible rosters or school-hour availability
  • Two-week service closure over Christmas for true downtime
  • Paid parental leave for permanent full time and part time employees because family matters
  • Professional development, career progression, and a leadership team that has your back
  • A strong team culture built on support, diversity, and genuine care

About the Role

As a Level 3 Educator, you will play a key leadership role in shaping high quality learning experiences. You will design and implement engaging, play based learning programs, build strong relationships with children and families, mentor and guide team members within your room, contribute to planning cycles that support each childs development and wellbeing, and help drive our commitment to achieving the highest National Quality Standard. Your expertise and initiative will help create positive, lasting impacts for children aged 0 to 6.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care (or equivalent)
  • Experience in planning and delivering quality educational programs
  • Ability to take initiative and lead within the room
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with families, children & colleagues
  • First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Management certifications
  • Current Working with Children Check & willingness to obtain a Police Check

For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. For enquiries about this position, please contact Fleur Crowle, Children Services Centre 2IC on f.crowle@wangaratta.vic.gov.au.

Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 4 May 2026, although the right candidate may be appointed earlier.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.

Ready to Apply?

To submit your application, please include:

  • A short cover letter outlining your interest in the role
  • Your current resume with at least two referees
  • A document addressing the key selection criteria (use each criterion as a heading)