Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of children and families? We’re on the lookout for amazing people to join our Early Learning team.
At the Y, we run 17 early learning centres across Victoria.
We have childcare jobs in locations such as Bendigo and Torquay, as well as the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne, and the south-eastern suburbs such as Cranbourne and Pakenham.
We’re recruiting for a range of full-time and part-time early learning jobs across our centres, so you could find a job close to home!
Our roles include Early Childhood Educators, Early Childhood Teachers, Childcare Managers and Early Learning Centre Cooks.
Learn more about early learning careers with the Y and find your next job below.
Early learning educator jobs
A career with the Y is more than just a childcare job – you'll get to share your knowledge with children and help them have a great learning experience.
What does an Early Childhood Educator at the Y do? Your day may include planning programs, presenting lessons and supporting children with their daily routines. You’ll nurture their curiosity and promote their overall learning and development.
Early childhood educator skills
We’re looking for experienced Educators with a flair for building positive relationships and a willingness to grow professionally. You should be passionate about working with children and families, and treat every child’s health as a top priority.
Early Childhood Educators must have a Certificate III qualification or a Diploma in Early Childhood / Children’s services, as well as First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certifications.
Early Childhood Teacher jobs
Looking for kindergarten teacher jobs? We’re recruiting enthusiastic, energetic and experienced Early Childhood Teachers to deliver kindergarten programs for three to five-year-olds.
You’ll use your expertise to help our little learners reach their full potential. You’ll also encourage their independence, confidence and love for learning – setting them up for a bright future at school and beyond.
Early Childhood Teacher qualifications
Early Childhood Teachers must have a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood (or equivalent). You must also have VIT Registration, a First Aid and CPR certification, and an Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification.
Childcare cook jobs
Can you cook up a storm in the kitchen? We’re searching for qualified On-site Chefs to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children at our early learning centres.
As an On-site Chef, you’ll know how to design a menu that’s both healthy, delicious and culturally appropriate. That way, we can ensure we meet the needs of large groups and individual children.
On-site Chef skills and qualifications
As well as cooking up healthy and delicious meals, our On-site Chefs must have a great understanding of maintaining health standards and regulations in the kitchen. You’ll also need to have a Food Safety Supervisor certification and a relevant hospitality qualification.
Why work with the Y?
When you join our Early Learning team, you’ll help every child at your centre have a happy and positive learning experience.
You’ll get to work with supportive colleagues and benefit from ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Whether you have a wealth of experience or want to grow your career, we can help you become the best Educator or Kindergarten Teacher you can be!
Plus, enjoy childcare discount and free access to the Y’s recreation and aquatic centres across Victoria.
Ready to join the Y?
At the Y, you'll get to work with a supportive team and benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, so you can become the best educator you can be!
Check out our careers page to discover our current vacancies. If you can’t find the right early learning job for you, join our Talent Community and upload your resume. When a new opportunity becomes available, we’ll get in touch!