Early Childhood Educator (VECTEA)

At Lutheran Education Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania (LEVNT) we are passionate about providing quality education and care within a Christian environment to children attending our Services throughout our region.

St Paul’s Lutheran Kindergartenis a community-based sessional kindergarten service offering funded programs for children from 3 years to school age. Located in Grovedale, St Paul’s Kindergarten welcomes up to 99 children and their families per day. We also provide a wrap-around After Kinder Care program to support families in accessing their funded kindergarten program.

We are seeking an Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III or Diploma Qualified) on a permanent basis working 5 days per week, 38 hours per week.

The position is within our funded three-year-old and four-year-old kindergarten programs and does not require work during the school holidays.

The position will commence in Term One, 2026.

The Role

This role requires the successful applicant to work collaboratively with a team of Early Childhood Teachers and Educators to deliver a funded kindergarten program which adheres to the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and Kindergarten Funding Guide requirements. The educator, alongside their team, will use the planning cycle to deliver high quality, innovative programs that cater to the developmental needs and interests of the children in their care. The successful applicant will build and maintain positive relationships with children, their families and colleagues to ensure a respectful, safe environment for all people who use and work at our service.

Selection Criteria

Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualifications (see page 46 of the Victorian Kindergarten Funding Guide for more information) minimum. ‘Working towards’ considered.

Current First Aid Qualifications including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis.

Current child protection training.

Excellent knowledge of current Early Childhood Legislation and the National Quality Laws and Regulations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to positively, proactively and regularly engage with staff, children and families.

Demonstrated skills to maintain a positive work culture and work within successful teams.

Sound computer skills.

Commitment to the Christian ethos of the Lutheran Church.

What we offer you!

The opportunity to work for a not-for-profit organisation who values and supports our employees, our families and our children

Regular professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

A small supportive team environment that is well established, with low turnover

LEVNT Early Childhood Manager support

For further information and a position description, please contactcaitlin.scott@levnt.edu.au

Apply now!- To become part of this fantastic team, please submit your cover letter and CV.

Applications close October 6 2025 unless the position is filled prior.

Pay rate is based on experience and qualifications.