At Sparkways, we believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for lifelong success. Our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education that sparks curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in young children. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can explore, play, and grow. We are here to spark change! Learn more: https://sparkways.org.au
Join our team of valued teachers at our sessional kindergarten at Diggers Rest
Kindergarten – ECT for 3-year-old Group
- Experienced sessional kindergarten teacher needed for a complex group
- Permanent Part-Time
- Sessions Mon & Thu
- 24.75 hours per week
- Session Mon & Thu – 8.45 am to 4.15 pm + planning on another day
- VECTEA terms & conditions
- Paid time off over term breaks – up to10 weeks per year
- Start Date: Immediate
- We will NOT be considering provisionally registered teachers
About the Centre:
“Conveniently located within the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre, Diggers Rest Preschool offers a welcoming environment for early childhood education. Our centre is co-located within easy walking distance to Diggers Rest Primary School, facilitating a seamless transition for children progressing to primary education.
- Learn more here: https://sparkways.org.au/centres/diggers-rest-preschool
We want to meet you:
Experienced sessional kindergarten teacher needed for complex group
- Are you a qualified and highly experienced Early Childhood Teacher?
- Do you have Full VIT registration?
- Do you have practical expertise in including children with additional needs, including children with trauma backgrounds?
- Do you have the skills to role model excellence in teaching – scaffolding and documenting children’s learning in play based, child led pedagogy?
- Can you contribute to a child-centred, friendly team?
- Do people describe you as positive and energetic?
- Would you like to join a community of passionate and like-minded ECEC professionals?
- Do you want career progression opportunities, while also working close to your community?
Yes! …. then we would love to hear from you
How to apply
Please submit your application either via SEEK or directly on Sparkways career site. If you have any questions Email Kavya in the Talent team: Kavya.ramakrishnegowda@sparkways.org.au
VECTEA Terms & Conditions
- VECTEA salary rates for teachers with 3 to 5 years of experience is currently $43 to $47 per hour, with increases and back pay expected before the end of 2026.
- Teachers with 5+ years of experience are supported to complete the Capability Assessment and move to Level 3 status with rates starting at $50.59 per hour
- Generous personal leave and paid leave over the term breaks
- Regular professional development opportunities
- Hands-on internal practice coaches to support your group
- Supportive Area Manager with a strong practice in coaching and mentoring teachers and emerging leaders
Our wonderful benefits
- Being part of an inclusive team whilst still celebrating individuality.
- Innovative work environments where imagination, learning, fun and safety come together.
- Wellbeing initiatives including FREE First Aid and CPR training and flu vaccinations.
- 2 x tailored professional development days so you can reach your professional goals
Child safety and inclusiveness
Sparkways and all our Centres are committed to child safety. The protection and wellbeing of children and young persons is reflected in our zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff and volunteers have a moral and legal responsibility to ensure that young people are safe whilst involved in our care and programs. All children have the right to safety and security and the protection from physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse and neglect.
Sparkways is a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from people with a disability.
