Join our Early Learning Team.

• Part-time ongoing role available, commencing Term 1 2026
• Support safe, inclusive and responsive educational programs for children
• Additional casual work available at other Uniting services if desired

Your new role

We are seeking a passionate Early Childhood Educator to join our team at Buchan Uniting Early Learning in a part-time role, commencing in 2026.

In this role, you will support the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care in a small, community-focused service.

We are also open to applications from Educators who are currently working towards an ACECQA-recognised Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your hourly rate under the VECTEA + super + leave loading, you can access the following:

• Salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
• 60% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning Service
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• 25% off at Uniting Op Shops.

We also offer:

• A supportive and positive team culture.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Rewarding work that makes a real difference in the lives of children and families.
• Competitive sector pay and access to salary packaging benefits.

Your skills and experience

To be successful in your application, you will:

• Meet the person specification outlined in the position description.
• Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent as approved by ACECQA) or have completed at least 50% of an ACECQA-recognised qualification.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of early childhood development principles.
• Have the ability to contribute to the delivery of a developmentally appropriate program in collaboration with other Educators, children, and families.
• Be able to plan, reflect, manage time, and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Have a reasonable understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.
• Hold a valid Working with Children’s Check.

View the position description here.

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest.

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, reach out to Robyn Zee, Early Learning Program Manager via robyn.zee@vt.uniting.org for a chat.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.

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