Tallangatta Early Years is growing the Team to continue supporting the community with high-quality
education and care for children and families accessing Long Day Care and Kindergarten programs.
Educator (Tallangatta)
- Full-time role based in Tallangatta
- $33.43 – $35.49 per hour
- Above Modern Award wages
- Four paid Professional Development days per year
- Opportunities for growth
In this role, you’ll:
- Deliver high-quality, developmentally-based educational programs that foster a safe and engaging environment for children of all abilities.
- Implement and evaluate programs in compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, while fostering positive relationships with children.
- Communicate program goals and activities to parents and maintain confidential child developmental records.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and report operational changes to the Room Leader/Centre Manager as needed.
- Enhance professional skills through training and maintain knowledge of relevant regulations and policies, while contributing to the cleanliness and overall quality of the Centre.
To be successful:
- Completion of a Certificate III (minimum) or Diploma in Early Childhood Education, or actively working towards one of those qualifications, with a commitment to completion.
- Knowledge of the issues and needs that affect young children and their families.
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and VEYLD.
- Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.
- Class C Driver’s Licence.
Benefits of working at Towong Shire Council
- Local management and mentoring structure
- Multiple levels of expertise and support
- Additional opportunities for professional development
- Wellbeing, financial and career development support via our Employee Assistance Program
- Fortnightly pay cycle
- Additional purchased leave options available
- Structured performance and 1:1 development check-ins
- Career growth opportunities
- Study Leave provisions
- Additional Sick Leave entitlements based on tenure
- Community-focused regional locations
Applications close: 1 May 2026. We encourage you to apply
early, as applications are reviewed as they are received. Rolling interviews
will commence upon reviewing applications, and the successful applicant may be
appointed before the closing date.
Towong Shire Council is committed to creating a culture where everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, minority groups, and people with disabilities. If you believe
you have relevant skills and experience to bring to the role, we encourage you to apply.
As a Child Safe Organisation, Towong Shire Council adheres to the Child Safe Standards. All applicants—regardless of the position—may be required to provide, or obtain, a Working with Children Check as part of the recruitment process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, contact pc@towong.vic.gov.au
