Early Childhood Educators

Looking for casual work where you'll feel welcomed, valued and supported from day one?

Cire Early Learning is seeking Casual Early Childhood Educators (Certificate III and Diploma qualified) to join our team in Yarra Junction.

Whether you're looking for a few shifts a week, additional hours around other commitments, or an opportunity to experience a great service before moving into a permanent role, we'd love to hear from you.

Nestled in the beautiful Yarra Valley, our Yarra Junction service is a warm, welcoming centre with strong community connections and a genuine focus on relationships. Our educators work closely together to create engaging learning experiences where children feel safe, respected and excited to learn.

You'll join a team that values collaboration, supports professional growth and understands the important role educators play in shaping children's early years.

As a Casual Educator, you'll:

• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Support high-quality play-based learning experiences.
• Create warm, nurturing and inclusive environments where children thrive.
• Contribute to children's learning and development through everyday interactions.
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow relevant policies, procedures and regulations.

We're looking for people who genuinely enjoy working with children and bringing positive energy to the day.

You'll have:

• Relevant and required qualifications (Minimum Certificate III)
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• A passion for helping children learn, grow and belong.

•  Flexible casual work to suit your lifestyle
•  Opportunities for additional shifts across our network of services
•  Supportive leadership and welcoming teams
•  Meaningful connections with children, families and the local community
•  Professional development and training opportunities
•  Salary packaging benefits through our not-for-profit status
•  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Cire Early Learning is part of Cire Services, an award-winning not-for-profit organisation committed to creating communities where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Across our services, we are passionate about providing high-quality early learning experiences while creating workplaces where educators feel supported, respected and empowered to grow.

If you're looking for flexible work with a team that genuinely values its educators, we'd love to hear from you.

For recruitment enquiries, contact our People & Culture team at ****@cire.org.au.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, respectful, and empowering workplace where First Nations employees are supported to thrive, bring their perspectives and strengths, and contribute meaningfully to our organisation and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Child Safety 

Cire Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Victorian Child Safe Standards to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of children and young people is at the forefront of all that we do and every decision that we make. 

All staff members are responsible for understanding, implementing, and promoting our Charter of Commitment to Child Safety. This commitment is integral to our organisational culture and daily operations. 

As part of our dedication to child safety, all prospective employees must undergo a thorough screening process before appointment. Compliance with our Child Protection Program is a mandatory condition of employment at Cire Services.