Description Early Childhood Educator Certificate III (Sessional Kindergarten Services) Reference number: 10926 Closing date: 11:00pm, 19 April 2026 Exciting opportunities across our kindergarten services, with an annualised salary model available (The option for 10 weeks paid leave when you annualise your salary across the year) Join a dedicated team of passionate educators committed to high-quality early learning. Competitive salary -Educator Level 1, $36.32 per hour plus 12% superannuation. The Opportunity Are you an experienced Early Childhood Educator passionate about supporting children and families experiencing vulnerability? Do you have a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and child safe standards? At Moonee Valley City Council, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environments where every child can thrive. We are seeking two experienced Certificate III educators with a proven track record working with children and families facing trauma or disadvantage to join our sessional kindergarten programs. Locations & Rosters Essendon (2026 Roster): Monday: 8:00am–5:00pm Thursday: 8:00am–4:30pm Wednesday: 2:02pm–4:30pm (every 2nd week for non-contact time) Flemington (2026 Roster): Monday: 8:00am–2:50pm Wednesday: 8:00am–3:42pm Friday: 8:00am–4:30pm *Roster times and days are not flexible Key responsibilities: Deliver high-quality, play-based programs aligned with the NQF and VEYLDF. Apply trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally sensitive teaching practices. Enhance children’s learning and development outcomes through intentional pedagogy. Support children’s social and emotional development, with a focus on vulnerable communities. Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families. Document children’s learning, contribute to goal-setting, and support continuous improvement. Collaborate effectively within a supportive, professional team. Understand, uphold and embed Child Safe Standards to ensure all children are safe and supported. About You Minimum two years’ experience in an early learning or kindergarten setting (in a full-time or part-time role). Or at least 5 years’ experience working as a regular casual educator. A completed certificate III in Children’s Services (or equivalent) recognised by the Department of Education. Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of trauma-informed practice, inclusion, and cultural sensitivity. Strong understanding of Victoria’s Child Safe Standards, NQF, and approved learning frameworks. Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Flexible and adaptable to meet roster and program requirements. Current: Working With Children Check, First Aid Level 2, CPR, Anaphylaxis Management, and Emergency Asthma Management. The ability to work the required roster (days and times) as outlined in the advertisement. Important Information Applicants must meet the above requirements in order to be considered for the role. Please specify in your cover letter which location you are applying for. Applicants who have applied for a Certificate III role within the past six months and were unsuccessful are asked not to reapply. How to Apply Applications must be submitted through our online system My Portal and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide . Incomplete applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered. Please specify in your cover letter which role you are applying for. For further information, please view the Position Description or contact the Early Years Communication inbox, EYCommunication@mvcc.vic.gov.au .
