About The Organisation Y Ballarat, including our Board of Directors are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People frameworks. Y Ballarat requires all applicants to undergo checks prior to commencement including, police checks, international police checks, WWCC and reference checks as a minimum. The Y Ballarat is a recognised Safeguarding Children and Young People organisation, independently reviewed by the ACF. Grow your career with purpose – at Y Kinders! At Y Kinders, we believe every child has the right to access a quality early childhood education and care service that celebrates their individuality, community, and curiosity. Each of our services across Victoria reflects the unique community it belongs to — fostering a strong sense of belonging, connection, and identity. As part of Victoria’s largest Early Years Management provider, we’re proud to support over 93 services and 700 educators across the state who inspire, nurture, and empower young learners every day. We’re now seeking a Part Time Diploma-qualified Educator — or someone who’s currently working toward their qualification — to join our passionate team and make a real difference in children’s lives. Where you’ll work Set in a rural and close-knit community, Birchip Kindergarten uses this closeness to its fullest potential through meaningful community connection and a strong focus on child-led learning in as many contexts and settings as possible. The team are seeking educators who are passionate about supporting children to reach their goals and exploring all their possibilities. Role Details: Diploma Educator Tuesday – 8:30am to 4:00pm, Wednesday – 8:30am to 1:30pm, Thursday – 8:30am to 4:00pm 19 contact hours 4.75 non-contact hours = 23.75 hours per week Additional hours are available at our Long Day Care service, please contact the hiring manager for further information.