Childcare Educator

Early Childhood Educator – Join Something Truly Unique!

 

• Location: Mordialloc
• Job Type: Part Time

 

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

At TLC Early Learning Mordialloc, we’re not just a childcare centre—we’re part of Australia’s first fully integrated intergenerational healthcare precinct. Our purpose is to create a nurturing, inspiring environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn every day.

We deliver premium early education in a state-of-the-art environment, blending innovative teaching with meaningful community connection—including our much-loved intergenerational program, Jellyfish, where children connect with aged care residents in a safe and enriching way.

Most importantly, child safety is at the heart of everything we do. We are unwavering in our commitment to creating environments where children are protected, respected and empowered.

 

About the Centre

• 118-place long day care service
• Cater for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years
• Research-backed curriculum developed with Melbourne University & Griffith University
• Strong focus on inclusion, connection and child-led learning
• A proud Child Safe Organisation with zero tolerance for harm

 

Your Role

As a valued Educator, you will:

• Support Lead Educators in delivering engaging, high-quality programs
• Provide active supervision to ensure children’s safety and wellbeing at all times
• Contribute to planning experiences that support each child’s development
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Prepare and maintain safe, clean and stimulating learning environments
• Respond to the social, emotional and physical needs of every child

 

 Our Commitment to Child Safety

At TLC, safeguarding children is everyone’s responsibility. In this role, you will:

• Actively uphold and embed the Victorian Child Safe Standards
• Promote children’s voices, rights and participation
• Identify and respond to risks to child safety
• Follow strict policies and procedures around mandatory reporting and duty of care
• Contribute to a culture where child safety is always the priority

 

About You

You are passionate about early childhood education and deeply committed to child safety. You bring:

• A strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice
• Sound knowledge of the Child Safe Standards and safeguarding responsibilities
• A collaborative, positive team mindset
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Awareness of current early learning frameworks and trends

 

Essential Requirements

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care
• Valid Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Completion of mandatory reporting training
• Food Safety & Handling Certificate
• HLTAID012 – First Aid in an education setting
• Full working rights in Australia
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations (3 doses)

 

What You’ll Love

• Access to exclusive TLC Employee Shopping Portal (major discounts!)
• Comprehensive wellbeing and recognition programs
• Delicious $6 staff meals + Café discounts
• Free gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Leadership development pathways
• Discounted health insurance
• Novated leasing options

 

Apply Now

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a centre where children’s safety, wellbeing and development come first, we’d love to hear from you.

For enquiries: [email protected]
Learn more: tlchealthcare.com.au

 

We are an organisation with a strong sense of purpose that celebrates diversity, inclusion and embodies our core values of respect, accountability, excellence, collaboration, integrity and innovation.        

Our culture is based on a supportive team environment where people thrive and achieve their best professionally.        

TLC Healthcare encourage all people of different backgrounds to apply.