Permanent Educator

Permanent Educator | Fernvale

About the Role

We’re looking for a warm, dedicated and reliable Permanent Educator to join our team at Journey Early Learning Fernvale.

In this role, you’ll support children across their learning and development, creating engaging, play-based experiences where they can build confidence, explore their interests and feel a strong sense of belonging.

You’ll build meaningful relationships with children and families, contribute to daily routines and learning experiences, and work alongside a supportive team within our close-knit, community-focused centre.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity, across Monday to Friday.

About Our Centre

Nestled in the heart of a charming rural community, Journey Fernvale offers the opportunity to be part of a centre where relationships truly matter.

Our purpose-built, light-filled environment combines modern early learning with small-town warmth. You’ll be part of a close-knit team where every child is known, every family is valued and your contribution genuinely makes a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engaging, play-based learning aligned with the EYLF
• Create safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environments
• Support children’s individual learning, development and wellbeing
• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families
• Contribute to observations, planning and documentation
• Work collaboratively with educators and the Centre Leadership Team
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and care

About You

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Completed National Child Safety Training
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• Warm, caring and relationship-focused approach
• Reliable, positive and team-oriented
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates (or willingness to obtain)

Growth & Development at Journey

Your growth matters. As an educator at Journey, you’ll have access to:

• Journey Academy for ongoing training and development
• Mentoring and support from experienced leaders
• Opportunities to build your confidence, capability and career
• A culture that values curiosity, collaboration and professional growth

Why You’ll Love Journey

• Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP)
• Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• High-quality environments & supportive leadership

Safeguarding Commitment

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We follow our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and the See, Act, Tell framework to ensure every child is safe, secure and protected every day.