Qualified Relief Educators (CEEd)

Ballarat Grammar is one of regional Australia’s leading co-educational schools with a proud history dating back to 1877 and a flourishing community of over 1,900 students from 6 months to Year 12, including around 260 boarders.

The Centre for Early Education (CEEd) is a beautiful purpose-built facility located on the grounds of Ballarat Grammar featuring bright, natural and interactive learning spaces for children aged 6 months to 6 years.

The CEEd offers high-quality education and care programs for children from 6 months to 6 years of age in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Infant and Toddler Program (6 months to 3 years)
Our Infant and Toddler Program provides a warm, responsive setting where children are supported to thrive. Each room accommodates a maximum of eight children and is staffed by three educators, ensuring small group sizes and individualised attention. Children can attend between 2 and 5 days per week, with the program operating 48 weeks of the year from 7:30am to 6:00pm.

Reception and Kindergarten Programs (3 to 6 years)
Our Reception and Kindergarten Programs provide engaging, play-based learning experiences for children aged 3 to 6 years. Available between 2 and 5 days per week, the programs operate during school terms (40 weeks per year) from 8:40am to 3:15pm. Families may also choose to enrol their children in our Holiday Club during non-term periods. Bush Kinder experiences are an integral part of the program, supporting children's connection with nature and outdoor learning.

About the Opportunity
We are currently seeking suitably qualified and enthusiastic educators to join our team in a Casual Relief Associate capacity. In particular, we are looking for applicants who are available to work between 3:00pm and 6:00pm, as well as during school holiday and non-term periods.

Key Responsibilities
The primary focus of this role is to work collaboratively with colleagues across the Centre to deliver exceptional care and educational programs for children aged 3 to 6 years.

The successful candidate will:

• Support the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care programs.
• Foster positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively as part of a professional and dedicated team.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Demonstrate professional conduct at all times.
• Ensure practices align with the relevant Early Years Learning Frameworks and reflect the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the CEEd.

This is an excellent opportunity for passionate educators seeking flexible employment within a highly regarded early learning environment committed to excellence in early childhood education.

For further information about the position or the School, please refer to the Position Description here or visit the Ballarat Grammar website.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated experience in the education and care of children aged 6-months to 6 years.
• Demonstrated ability to implement a quality education and care program.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to establish warm nurturing and responsive relationships with children and to sensitively meet their needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to communicate positively and effectively with children, parents and professionals.

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

• Applications are to be submitted via the Ballarat Grammar Employment Portal 
• Please ensure you include a current Resume and detailed Cover Letter as part of your application.
• For further information, please contact the People and Culture Team on 03 •••• •807 or ••••@bgs.vic.edu.au for a confidential discussion.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 21 August 2026

CHILD SAFETY AND WELLBEING COMMITTMENT
Ballarat Grammar maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse and actively implements measures to identify and manage any risks of harm to students within our school environment. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people are central and fundamental responsibilities of the School. We are firmly committed to fostering a child-safe culture that provides an environment where students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices heard in decisions that affect their lives. Ballarat Grammar values diversity and strictly prohibits any racist or discriminatory practices. All members of our school community share the responsibility to care for children and young people by promptly raising any concerns regarding their safety, promoting their wellbeing, and protecting them from all forms of harm or abuse.

As a Child Safe Organisation, employment with Ballarat Grammar is subject to current and satisfactory: 

• National (and international, where relevant) police check, and 
• Working with Children Check, and/or 
• Victorian Institute of Teaching registration