Certificate III Educator - Newport Gardens Early Years Centre ECMS’ philosophy is simple; We foster lifelong learning. As a result, we have been operating for over 29 years and are one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers – through 75 kindergartens and early learning and care centres, ECMS Educators impact the lives of 6,000 Victorian children each week. We are dedicated to consistently good learning outcomes, and being the place where the best early years people choose to be. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Certificate III Educator to join our team at Newport Gardens Early Years Centre. This role works for 17.5 hours a week on a Monday and Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm and fortnightly on a Tuesday from 9:00am - 12:00pm. This is a fixed term role for the remainder of 2025. At Newport Gardens our team want to work here as the feel valued, that their individual qualities and knowledge is recognised and appreciated. To work here you must have a positive, collaborative and curious disposition, be bold, embrace diversity, be a great communicator who loves to laugh and have fun as well as seek professional growth. We are a large family friendly team who are flexible and value children's voices. We have a beautiful environment, amazing outdoors including a bush garden. We have efficient planning time, training opportunities including an annual conference where we all of ECMS come together and not to mention a fabulous coffee shop across the road. What will you do? Work collaboratively with your team to provide an appropriate developmental and enriching program for children which maximises opportunities for them to develop to their full potential Build and maintain positive and meaningful relationships with children, families, staff and the local community Be a motivated and driven Educator, who will actively contribute to the program, through detailed observations & documentation Build positive behaviour guidance strategies and provide spontaneous play-based learning experiences to extend on children's learning Contribute to a child safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis More about you Have a sound knowledge of and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safety Standard A Certificate III in Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification Current Working with Children's Check Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificate What's in it for you? 50% childcare discount VECTEA benefits including paid school holidays off Exciting professional development opportunities including the annual conference for all ECMS staff, professional development days and development plan Access to a range of retail and recreational activities at significantly reduced rates via our fully sponsored Employee Benefits Program Funded First Aid (0012) ECMS promotes the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices; policies can be located here. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged. To begin a rewarding career with ECMS, click the apply button now