Assistant Early Childhood Educator

• Salary Range Band 3 $72,665 - $76,778 plus 12% Super (pro rata if part time)
• Full time and part time positions available 
• St Kilda Location 

About the Organisation 

The City of Port Phillip is an inner-city council with around 1000 employees who deliver more than 100 programs and services to our residents, businesses and visitors. These range from childcare and immunisations, to libraries, management of parks and open space, rubbish collection, road maintenance and more. City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. 

About the Role

Make a positive difference in the lives of children and families every day.

As an Assistant Early Childhood Educator, you will work as part of a collaborative team to deliver high-quality education and care programs for children aged 0-6 years. You will help create safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments that support children's development, wellbeing and sense of belonging.

Working closely with Room Leaders, educators and families, you will contribute to a child-centred program guided by the National Quality Framework and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team that values professional growth, collaboration and delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.

Duties:

• Support delivery of high-quality education and care programs
• Create safe, engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Observe, document and support children's learning and development
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality outcomes

Skills and Experience 

• Certificate III in Children's Services (or equivalent)
• Experience working in an early childhood education and care setting is desirable
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework and Child Safe Standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Culture 

People enjoy working at the City of Port Phillip because we are a welcoming, healthy and inclusive workplace.  We offer a vibrant and diverse work environment where our employees can develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community. 

Benefits

• We offer a workplace that accommodates your working style and needs. 
• Be supported and empowered by a leadership team that is community-focused, with a strong desire for change and a culture that encourages teamwork and innovation.
• Training and development opportunities, study assistance, flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, an active social club, a health and wellbeing program with access to fitness gyms, pools and facilities, and a well-regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations   

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

• Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
• Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
• Sufficient proof of their identity. 
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
• Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation). 
• Pre-employment Medical Check

How to Apply

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All applicants must provide a Resume and  Cover Letter in response to the key selection criteria located on the last page of the position description. The Cover Letter should be no longer than 2 pages and include each heading in the Key Selection Criteria.

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be provided feedback.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Rohan Bond, Head of Children Services mobile 0479 175 221 or email rohan.bond@portphillip.vic.gov.au.

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 15 November 2026.

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Yass Mustafa (Recruitment and Employee Experience Advisor) on phone 0468 576 806 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au