Early Childhood Educator

Maternity Leave Position (Term 1 and 2, 2026)

About Us

For over 90 years, Robina Scott Kindergarten has enriched the lives of many local children in Williamstown and the Hobsons Bay Community. 

A not-for-profit community run kindergarten, we operate two beautiful campuses for 3 and 4 year old sessional kindergarten in Williamstown, both of which are rated Exceeding by ACECQA. We provide high quality education and care to 184 children in the local community and are a highly sought-after kindergarten. We pride ourselves on our connection to the local community and can regularly be seen on excursions around the local area.  

Robina Scott Kindergarten's vision is to "empower children to realise their potential". Our Educators provide high quality educational programs that aim to give each child a broad and rounded experience. Our programs cater for the whole child, including all areas of learning and development. We promote children’s communication skills, build strong, positive self-concept and independence, nurture their curiosity, and most importantly foster an enjoyment of lifelong learning and discovery. 

Robina Scott Kindergarten is a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our policies and procedures. We have legal and moral obligations to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. Robina Scott Kindergarten is committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children.

Hours 

Blue Group (mixed age) Educator: 19 hours per week

Session Times: Monday and Wednesday 8.30am - 4pm

Work Times: Monday and Wednesday 7.30am - 4.30pm

Description 

Robina Scott Kindergarten is seeking an Early Childhood Educator who believes that the first few years of early education are fundamental in preparing a child with the skills necessary to becoming a lifelong learner. The applicant’s passion for early childhood education and ability to help each child discover their full potential will put them in good stead for this position.  

The successful applicant will develop an environment of positive and trusting relationships with the children, other teachers and educators, parents, the Service Leader and Education Leader and other stakeholders. They will provide a high quality, developmentally appropriate educational program, with culturally rich and welcoming learning environments and activities which are appropriate to the developmental needs and interests of all children including the provision of an accessible and inclusive program for children with a disability. 

A full position description can be found here.

This position will begin on January 27, 2026 and ends on June 26, 2026. There is a possibility of ongoing work for the right candidate.

Qualifications 

  • Qualifications suitable for an early childhood educator under the Education and Care Services National Law. Education and Care Services National Regulations and the DE Kindergarten Funding Guide 

  • Hold a current Working with Children Check and be willing to undergo a Police Check.

Essential Skills

  • An understanding and knowledge of early childhood development relevant to their level of qualification and position 

  • Ability to assist in the provision of a developmentally appropriate program for the children; in partnership with the early childhood teacher and parents 

  • An ability to plan, reflect, work and manage time effectively with minimal supervision. 

  • Reasonable knowledge and understanding of the National Law and Regulations

  • An understanding of the Child Safe Standards and the ability to champion these in day to day practice.

    Industrial Agreement/Award 

Victorian Early Childhood Teachers and Educators Agreement 2020

Application Procedure 

Email CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for the position to director@robinascott.com.au.