Permanent Childcare Educator

Permanent Childcare Educator | Ballarat East

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Educator to join our Ballarat East team. This is your opportunity to be part of a supportive environment where children thrive, and where your career journey is valued and encouraged.

Centre Overview

Journey Early Learning Ballarat East is more than just a childcare centre – it’s a launchpad for children aged six weeks to six years to explore a world of learning, growth and opportunity. Located on Victoria Street our purpose-built centre provides a nurturing environment where curiosity is celebrated, wellbeing is prioritised and every child can truly shine.

What we offer

At Journey, our EVP pillars:Trust & Belief, Support & Wellbeing, Growth & Development, and Passion & Possibilities– guide everything we do. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• 10% Educator Wage Retention Grant
• 80% off Childcare Discounts* – supporting your family as you support others
• Anniversary Gifts– recognising and celebrating your contribution
• Paid Birthday Leave– because you deserve a special day, just for you
• Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program– supporting your wellbeing
• Access to retail and lifestyle discounts
• Excursions and community engagement– bringing learning to life beyond the centre

About the role

This is apermanent part-time opportunity, Monday to Friday.

As a Permanent Educator, you will build meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the wider community. You’ll create engaging learning opportunities that support children’s growth, while being supported yourself by your Centre Leadership Team to grow your career and skills within Journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times

• Facilitate engaging learning experiences for your allocated group of children

• Observe, document, and support children’s individual strengths, interests, and needs

• Design and implement activities within children’s developmental programs

• Actively contribute to a collaborative, fun, and interactive learning environment

About you

You’re a creative and dedicated early childhood professional, eager to inspire children through play, learning, and discovery. You thrive in a team environment and are committed to building trusted relationships with families and colleagues.

Key skills and requirements:

• An ACECQA recognised Certificate III or higher

• Experience leading and developing age-specific programs and routines

• An approved Working with Children Check (State specific)

• Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis Certificates

If you believe you have the passion, skills, and experience to be part of our team’s success –apply now!

Join us at Journey Early Learning… where it all begins.