- Part time permanent opportunities (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)
- Diploma (or working towards it) childcare superstars needed!
- 10% bonus + great referral bonuses +
Educator – Part-Time (Mon–Wed Only) Guardian Ascot Vale
We believe in you...
At Guardian Ascot Vale, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in children’s lives. As an Educator, you’ll contribute to innovative, play-based programs that put children at the centre of their learning—backed by research, mentoring, and a supportive team culture.
We’re now hiring a part-time Educator (Monday to Wednesday only) to join our team. These are our busiest days, so full availability across these three days is essential.
Why Guardian Ascot Vale?
- Beautiful 110-place centre in a heritage-listed mansion on Maribyrnong Rd
- Music atelier, yoga experiences, food waste program, and cultural celebrations
- Supportive, community-minded team with a strong learning culture
- Internal promotion pathways and sponsored study options
- Access to paid professional development, mentoring, and peer workshops
- Competitive salary, childcare discounts, and employee referral rewards
- WHEREFIT membership: 2,000+ discounts on fitness, wellness, food & more
- Paid first aid courses and renewals
- 10% salary bonus...5% more in December 2025!
- Great referral scheme...get great bonuses $$$ for each employee you refer to us! (T&Cs apply)
- Completed Cert III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or actively working towards)
- Available every Monday–Wednesday for all shift times
- Australian Citizen or PR preferred. Some visa holders may be considered if visa expiry is 2+ years away. (We do not provide sponsorship. Student and working holiday visas are not eligible.)
- Prior long day-care experience (desirable)
- Current Working with Children Check
- Strong working knowledge of EYLF and NQF
Know someone who’d be perfect for this role too? Refer them through our employee referral program: guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends
Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.
We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.
*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted
- Your CV for this application MUST have all 10 years of Career history included (if you do not have any 10-year work history, please let us know or state this in your CV)
- Ability to supply references of Managers from your 5-year work history.