Diploma Educator - Mayfield Early Education Mooroolbark

Are you a passionate, nurturing educator with a Diploma (or above) in Early Childhood Education and Care? Do you love creating meaningful learning experiences while being part of a tight-knit, friendly team? Mayfield Early Education Mooroolbark is looking for a Part-Time Educator to join our team, available Monday to Friday, 6:00am–6:30pm.

Our purpose-built centre on Bathurst Street is designed to inspire learning and connection. From our fantastic outdoor play spaces and commercial kitchen to our welcoming family café and bright, modern learning environments, every detail encourages curiosity, creativity, and growth.

At Mayfield Mooroolbark, you’ll join a team that’s supportive, collaborative, and genuinely invested in each other’s success. We celebrate wins together, engage in regular team-building activities, and provide professional development opportunities to help you flourish in your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our team, you will:

• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate programs that foster curiosity and growth.
• Provide a nurturing and secure environment, ensuring every child feels valued.
• Build strong connections with children, families, and your fellow educators.
• Contribute to a welcoming, collaborative, and professional workplace.
• Bring flexibility, positivity, and a genuine passion for early childhood education.
  

What You’ll Need

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher).
• Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Current Child Protection, First Aid, CPR, and Anaphylaxis training (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of the NQF, EYLF, and Child Safe Standards.
• Availability Monday to Friday, 6:00am–6:30pm.
  

Why Join Us?

We take care of the people who care for our little legends. Here’s what you can expect:

• Generous enrolment discounts for your children across Mayfield Centres.
• Career growth opportunities, including monthly leadership sessions and clear pathways to progress.
• Professional development opportunities, including overseas study tours.
• Nationally Recognised Traineeships – study Cert III, Diploma, Bachelor, or Management-level ECEC qualifications while you work.
• Above Award pay – we value your skills, experience, and commitment.
• 15% wage uplift via the Educator Retention Grant.
• Plus: Staff recognition programs, referral bonuses, and 24/7 wellbeing support for you and your family.
  

Join a centre where your career can grow, your skills are valued, and every day is rewarding.

Apply today to become part of the Mayfield Mooroolbark family!

Mayfield Early Education, including it’s Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Our organisation has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect.  We strongly uphold our child safety policies & procedures, and we actively work to create a child-safe environment. As part of our commitment, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive background checks, including reference checks, Working with Children Check (WWCC), child protection training and other relevant screening as required. We expect all staff to uphold our values of respect, inclusion, and child protection always.

Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.