At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead play-based learning and create engaging environments for children.
- Company: Join Uniting, a values-led organisation making a real community impact.
- Benefits: Earn $33.24ph plus up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be valued for your experience and contribute to nurturing children's growth.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Early Childhood Education and proven play-based learning experience.
Diploma educators prioritised to lead quality, play-based learning. Strong mentoring from a new Centre Director in a refurbished centre. $33.24ph + super + salary packaging benefits to boost your take-home pay.
Your new role: Be valued for what you bring. As a Diploma-qualified educator, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, play-based learning and supporting a positive team culture. You’ll build strong relationships with children and families, contribute to reflective practice, and help create engaging environments where children feel safe, confident and curious to learn. If you’re looking for a centre where your experience is valued and your practice supported, we’d love to talk about whether this opportunity is the right fit.
Benefits of working at Uniting:
- Up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits that can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing and streaming services.
- Save on dining out and drinks with a meal entertainment benefit of $2,650 annually.
- Opt in or out of public holidays and be respected for your unique background.
- Enjoy a 60% discount on your out-of-pocket childcare fees at Uniting Early Learning.
- Working in a values-led organisation with real community impact.
- Being part of a team creating safe, nurturing and playful environments for children.
Your skills and experience: You have proven experience delivering high-quality, play-based learning and a collaborative approach that strengthens team practice. You’ll also bring with you:
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Certificate III considered for strong candidates.
- First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma (or willingness to obtain).
- Current Working with Children Check.
If you’ve questions about the opportunity, please contact Kate Farlow, Early Learning Program Manager, at kate.farlow@vt.uniting.org or call Renee Russo, Recruitment Advisor for a confidential chat on 03 9051 2666 or email renee.russo@vt.uniting.org.
How to apply: Click APPLY to submit your interest. If this role sounds like a good fit, we encourage you to apply early, as applications are reviewed as they come in.
About Uniting: We create real change in people’s lives by working in partnership with people, communities, governments and other agencies to reduce the impact of poverty, trauma and disadvantage. We provide compassionate care for people facing tough times and personal challenges. We support children and young people to break the cycle of disadvantage. We help families keep safe, together and thriving. For over 100 years we’ve been fighting inequality, opposing discrimination, and responding to the needs in our communities across Victoria and Tasmania.
We are an inclusive, values-led organisation and proudly welcome people of all identities, backgrounds and experiences. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with lived and living experience relevant to our work. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices. You are welcome to share your pronouns and let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process. We are here to support you.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. We embed child safety in everything we do. Employment with Uniting is subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.
Diploma Qualified Educator Horsham employer: Uniting Careers
Uniting is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its Diploma-qualified educators, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment in Horsham. With strong mentoring from a new Centre Director, competitive pay rates, and generous salary packaging benefits, employees can enjoy a fulfilling career while making a real impact in the community. The organisation fosters a culture of inclusivity and professional growth, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to create engaging learning experiences for children.