Connect. Learn. Grow. with Aspire Aspire Early Education is seeking a qualified Kindergarten Teacher to join our Thornhill Village Centre. This is a newly created position designed to support our funded kindergarten program, providing planning time coverage and relief for absences and leave. This role is ideal for a VIT-registered Early Childhood Teacher who is flexible, collaborative, and confident supporting children aged 3–5 years, including those with challenging behaviours. Why Join Aspire? At Aspire, we’re committed to creating environments where our people feel supported, valued and set up for success. Purpose-built, modern centre with high-quality resources Supportive leadership and a structured onboarding experience Clear career progression pathways within a growing organisation Eligible for the MEA Worker Retention Payment (15% of award rate) Purpose-built, modern centre with high-quality resources Paid Birthday Leave Wellbeing Leave 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Ongoing professional development and leadership support Competitive salary and benefits - 50% Discount on Childcare Gap Fee The Opportunity As one of our Kindergarten Teachers at Thornhill Village, you will: Support delivery of a high-quality, play-based kindergarten program Provide 10 hours per week of ECT planning time coverage Cover educator absences and holidays as required Work collaboratively with the centre leadership and educator team Support curriculum implementation aligned with the EYLF and Aspire’s Connect, Learn, Grow framework Assist with inclusive practices and strategies for children with additional or challenging needs Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues About You Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-approved equivalent Current VIT registration (provisional or full) – essential Experience delivering or supporting funded kindergarten programs Confidence supporting children with challenging behaviours Flexible availability to meet operational needs Strong understanding of curriculum, quality standards, and compliance Warm, professional communicator with a team-focused approach Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications If you’re a passionate and flexible Kindergarten Teacher looking for a meaningful part-time role within a supportive and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten is committed to child safety, inclusion, and Reconciliation , and proudly supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples .
