Kitchen Hand/Educator & Toddler Room Leader – Early Childhood Opportunities

⭐ Early Childhood Opportunities – Kitchen Hand/Educator & Toddler Room Leader

Shared Beginnings Early Learning – Beaumaris, VIC

Full-Time | Certificate III Kitchen Hand/Educator & Diploma Room Leader

Join Our Growing Early Childhood Adventure!

At Shared Beginnings Early Learning, we believe every child deserves a place where they can

Play. Learn. Thrive.

We’re looking for passionate educators who lead with heart, bring positive energy every day, and love creating meaningful learning experiences for children. Whether you’re a Certificate III Educator who enjoys supporting both the classroom and kitchen, or an experienced Diploma-qualified Room Leader ready to lead our Toddler Room, we’d love to hear from you! 🌈 About the Roles

Certificate III Kitchen Hand / Educator

Love variety in your day? This unique role combines supporting our educators in providing engaging learning experiences with assisting to prepare healthy meals and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Perfect for someone who enjoys working across the whole centre and making a difference wherever they’re needed.

Diploma Room Leader – Toddler Room

Are you ready to lead an energetic Toddler Room and inspire both children and educators?

As our Room Leader, you’ll guide your team in delivering high-quality educational programs while fostering strong relationships with families and creating a positive team culture.

What You’ll Be Doing

👩‍🍳👩‍🏫 Certificate III Kitchen Hand / Educator

• Support educators with daily routines and learning experiences
• Assist children through engaging play-based activities
• Help prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks
• Maintain a clean, organised and compliant kitchen environment
• Support food safety, hygiene and mealtime routines
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Contribute to maintaining safe, welcoming learning environments

🌟 Diploma Room Leader – Toddler Room

• Lead the daily operations of the Toddler Room
• Mentor and support educators within your team
• Plan and implement engaging play-based learning experiences
• Build strong partnerships with families
• Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standard
• Inspire a positive team culture focused on quality outcomes

🌟 What You’ll Bring

Certificate III Kitchen Hand / Educator

• ACECQA-approved Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain) is desirable
• Passion for early childhood education and children’s wellbeing
• Understanding of VEYLDF, NQS and child-safe practices
• Current Working With Children Check and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• A positive attitude, flexibility and willingness to help wherever needed

Diploma Room Leader

• ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Previous Room Leader or senior educator experience (preferred)
• Strong understanding of VEYLDF, NQS and Assessment & Rating
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality educational programs

Why Join Shared Beginnings?

• Supportive and values-driven leadership team
• Stylish uniforms (so you can look fabulous while changing glitter‑covered smocks)
• Paid staff meetings—because your time matters
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Opportunities to grow within a national early learning organisation
• A workplace that genuinely values your wellbeing
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in children’s lives every day

💫 Apply Now

Whether you’re beginning your early childhood career or ready to take the next step into leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via SEEK and become part of the Shared Beginnings family.