Educators and Early Childhood Teacher
Job No:
MRSC0000002
Location:
Various
Permanent Part Time
$56,945 - $121,600 per annum plus (pro rata) Super
Position No: Various
About the role
Are you a passionate, caring and motivated Educator or Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families? We are excited to invite dedicated professionals to join our early years team in 2027 with opportunities available across several of our kindergartens. Each role offers the chance to work in supportive, collaborative environments that value play-based learning, inclusion, and professional growth.
Kyneton Kindergarten
ECT - team teaching role working Tuesday 8.00 - 4.30, and 4 hours planning on Wednesdays Certificate III or Diploma Educator - Working in a rotational group working Monday & Thursday, 8am – 4:30pm, and 2 hours planning on Wednesday.
Swinburne Avenue
Certificate III or Diploma - Working Tuesday and Friday 8am – 4.30pm, and 2 hours planning on Wednesday
Woodend Kindergarten
Certificate III or Diploma - Working Wednesday 8am – 4.30pm, and 2 hours planning on Thursday fortnightly
Standby role (this role is based at a Kindergarten but can be relocated before or during a shift for ratio if needed) ECT - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday - 8am - 4.30pm 2 X Diploma Educators - Share a full-time standby role across Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Lunch cover shifts (Diploma or ECT)
Swinburne Avenue - Monday 11 - 1 and Tuesday 9.50 - 3pm
Lancefield Childrens Centre - Thursday 9.50 - 3pm and Friday 11 - 1.30
Macedon Kindergarten - Wednesday 11 - 1.30
Woodend Kindergarten - Monday 11 - 1.30, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 9.50 - 3pm
We are a proud child-safe organisation with zero tolerance for abuse, committed to the highest standards in child safety through clear policies, procedures, and a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all.
About you
We’re looking for educators who are passionate about creating warm, engaging, and inclusive learning environments where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. The right candidate brings patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children. You’ll use your creativity to make learning fun and meaningful, while your strong communication skills will help you build positive relationships with families, colleagues, and the wider community. We value educators who are organised, flexible, and committed to continuous learning. A solid understanding of early childhood development and a focus on nurturing each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth are essential to this role. Experience working with mixed age groups is highly regarded.
Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council
At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives.
Staff Benefits
- Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
- Annual no cost flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
- Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work
Position Description Cert 3
Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 7 Dec 2026.
Closing Date: 27 Nov at 5:00pm.
To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume and a Cover letter ready to attach.
We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.
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