Permanent Educator

Permanent Educator | Bendigo South

About the Role

We’re seeking a passionate and adaptable Permanent Educator to join our Bendigo South centre. In this role, you’ll help create a warm, engaging, and supportive learning environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn.

As part of the Journey family, you’ll work collaboratively with your team and Centre Leadership to deliver high‑quality early learning experiences. You’ll be supported to grow your skills, strengthen your practice, and feel confident in a positive, values‑led workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily routines across the service

Provide warm, responsive, child‑led care

Create sensory‑rich, age‑appropriate learning experiences

Observe and document children’s strengths, interests and development

Maintain high health, hygiene and safety standards at all times

Build strong, trusting relationships with families

Work collaboratively with your team to maintain a joyful, supportive environment

Uphold Journey’s high safeguarding and child protection standards

About You

ACECQA‑recognised Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Passionate about early development and creating secure attachments

Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative team culture

Confident in active supervision and maintaining safe environments

Holds current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications

Warm, patient and committed to high‑quality practice

About Journey Bendigo South

Our purpose‑built centre offers beautifully designed indoor learning spaces and natural outdoor environments that spark curiosity and encourage exploration. We are a supportive, collaborative team passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where every child can thrive.

Why You’ll Love Journey

Childcare discounts*

Educator Worker Retention Payment (EWRP) – Paid weekly

Ongoing professional development & clear career pathways

Paid birthday leave

Work anniversary recognition

Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program

Retail & lifestyle staff discounts

High‑quality resources and beautiful environments

• Terms and conditions apply.

At Journey, the safety and wellbeing of every child comes first. We follow our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and the See, Act, Tell framework to prevent, recognise and respond to harm—ensuring every child is safe, secure and protected every day.