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Diploma Educator (Newstead, Part Time)


Company : YMCA


Location : Newstead, Australia


Created : 2025-12-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

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 Victorias largest Early Years Management provider, were proud to support over 93 services and 700+ educators across the state who inspire, nurture, and empower young learners every day. Where youll work Newstead Preschool presents a unique setting with smaller group sizes that promotes play in nature and provides opportunities for children to be supported in their learning in a quality environment where they feel safe to express themselves. We are seeking educators who share the belief that fostering the potential in all children drives both the program and the people of the service. Tuesday 9:15am to 2:15pm 5 contact hours + 1.25 non-contact hours = 6.25 hours per week What Youll Do Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning programs Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and your teaching team Create safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments that inspire curiosity Collaborate with educators and teachers to deliver high-quality early learning experiences For a more detailed list of role responsibilities, please see the attached position description: Diploma Educator What Youll Bring Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively studying toward it) A strong enthusiasm for working with children and a commitment to ongoing learning Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain) Great teamwork, communication, and organisational skills Why Youll Love the Y We support you to grow through mentoring, study support, and paid professional development We value educators at every stage whether youre just starting out or ready to take the next step Youll join a community where belonging, respect, honesty, nurturing, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do Enjoy supportive leadership and job security Be part of something bigger grow your career and make a difference with Y Kinders. Contact For more information about this role, please contact Kristy Turner on 0499 399 *** or email *************@yballarat.org.au 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. Apply Now! We will commence reviewing applications prior to this closing date. #J-18808-Ljbffr