Join our team in Papilio Early Learning Essendon!

We are seeking a passionate Educator who is also eager to take on the responsibilities of an Educational Leader. 

Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Affinity Advantages   

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
• Access fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Apply for scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
• Advance your career towards a role in senior educational roles or operational management.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers.

About the Centre:

At Papilio Essendon, we provide a nurturing, enriching environment where children aged 0-5 years can feel confident, curious, and supported every step of the way. Conveniently located on Keilor Road, our centre is thoughtfully designed to inspire learning through play, guided by our dedicated educators and the exclusive Lifelong Learning Curriculum.

Every day is filled with opportunities for growth, with engaging programs in language, literacy, STEM, and social-emotional development. Children enjoy vibrant indoor learning spaces and a spacious outdoor playground, along with weekly enrichment activities like Happy Feet fitness and IFA sports. We also host regular incursions including dental van visits, library excursions, maternal health check-ups, and celebrations of special cultural events - helping children connect with their community and the world around them.

Families love our convenient “on-the-go” breakfast buffet and our community pantry, available to all. With a government-approved kindergarten program, healthy meals prepared fresh onsite, and close ties with local schools, we’re here to support your child’s journey from baby to big school and beyond.

About you: 

• Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree
• A current Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain
• Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain
• A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds

Why work for Affinity? 

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!

Our Curriculum:

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which  is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.

Our Safety Commitment 

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity.  We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.   

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now!