Full-time fixed term contracts until December 2026

About The Role

We are currently seeking skilled Early Childhood Educators (Diploma) to work at our Rowan View Children’s Centre, within our Safe Haven program in 2026.

This will be a full time position for the 2026 working year, working Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.06pm with a half hour break.

You would be working in a research project which provides an intensive early education and care model for children who have been affected by trauma to redress the impacts and help them to have increased educational outcomes at the end of the project.

The Advantages Of This Position Include

5 hours of contact per day with the same group of children at a ratio of 1 educator to 3 children under 3 and 1 educator to 6 children over 3 and small group sizes.support from a multidisciplinary leadership team including an Infant Mental Health practitioner, Social Worker, Full time pedagogical leader and Centre coordinatorprofessional development in trauma and attachment theory and associated areas from Parkville Institutefortnightly reflective supervisionplanning time each dayfortnightly room meetings and consults with the Infant mental health practitioner and pedagogical leaderReturn to substantive role at the end of the secondment with new and varied skills

About You

You will demonstrate a genuine interest in meeting the needs of children and their families through the provision of quality education and care which reflects an awareness of the wellbeing of each child. You must role model best practice to your co-educators and build respectful relationships with families.

To be successful in this role you must hold a Diploma level qualification in Education and Care.

Key Selection Criteria

A minimum diploma level qualification as outlined in the Children’s Services Regulations 2012.Demonstrated experience in delivering a high-quality learning environment that is inclusive and meets the needs of all children.Experience working collaboratively with families, carers, and children in the delivery of high-quality education and care (experience working with children living with significant social disadvantage, family stress and risk factors ideal)Demonstrated understanding of the National Quality Framework, including National Law and Regulations, National Quality Standards and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to engage and work with a diverse range of stakeholders including parents, colleagues and local community members Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to work activities and work area.

To Apply

To apply for this position please submit a letter expressing your interest in the position and why you would be a suitable person for this role. The closing date for this position is 1 February 2026.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Susan Martin – Coordinator Rowan View Children’s Centre on 0408 304 705

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at peopleandculture@ballarat.com.au

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.