" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eEducator\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14235\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14236\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14237\"\u003e VIC Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14238\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eNational not for profit organisation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunities for professional growth and development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork Retention Rate Approved\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOne Tree Defence Childcare \u0026ndash; Puckapunyal \u003cbr\u003eLocation: \u003c/strong\u003ePuckapunyal, VIC\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePosition:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eEducator\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHourly Rate:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e$29.78 - $ 37.80 (Depending on experience) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorker Retention Payment approved\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e____________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eWhy you\u0027ll love working at Puckapunyal\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026#10003; Worker Retention Payment \u0026ndash; \u003c/strong\u003eAdditional pay on top of your base rate\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Off-the-floor induction \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Dedicated time to settle in, meet your team and get to know the service\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Complimentary uniforms \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e We\u0026rsquo;ll provide the essentials so you\u0026rsquo;re ready to go\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Professional development \u0026ndash; \u003c/strong\u003eOngoing training, mentoring and opportunities to build your skills\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Career progression \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Grow your career across Puckapunyal and the wider One Tree network\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Supportive leadership \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Work alongside leaders who are there to guide and support you\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Close-knit community \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Become part of a welcoming service supporting Defence children and families\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Spacious learning environments \u0026ndash; \u003c/strong\u003eDedicated rooms and outdoor spaces where educators have room to create and explore\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Regional lifestyle \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Enjoy working near Seymour while still being within reach of Melbourne\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; Meaningful work \u0026ndash;\u003c/strong\u003e Make a genuine difference for Defence families and children within the Puckapunyal community\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eAbout our service \u0026ndash; Puckapunyal\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne Tree Defence Unit Puckapunyal is located within the Puckapunyal Military Area, near Seymour in regional Victoria. Our 86-place long day care service supports Defence families and the local community, creating a welcoming and connected environment for children, families and educators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our service has dedicated learning spaces across nursery, toddler and pre-kindergarten rooms, along with generous outdoor areas where children have plenty of space to explore, play and learn. With operating hours from 7am to 6pm, our team works together across the service to create a supportive environment where educators can build genuine relationships with the children and families in their care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working at Puckapunyal also offers something a little different from a typical metropolitan service. You\u0026rsquo;ll become part of a close-knit Defence community while enjoying the lifestyle of regional Victoria. Seymour is nearby, providing access to shops, caf\u0026eacute;s and everyday essentials, while Melbourne is still within reach when you want the city.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At One Tree, we want Puckapunyal to be somewhere you can settle in and grow. You\u0026rsquo;ll be supported by your leadership team, have access to ongoing professional development and mentoring, and have opportunities to progress your career across One Tree.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCome for the opportunity, stay for the community.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertificate 3 or Diploma in early childhood education and care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent WWC \u0026amp; police clearance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou will be able to recognise and develop the strengths in children;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou will be able to build positive relationships with peers, families and children;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou are enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to nurturing children\u0027s wellbeing and development\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIf this sounds like you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease send us a cover letter along with your updated resume to apply for this amazing opportunity.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWebsite:\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ewww.onetree.org.au\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003efor more information.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;_______________________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Tree is committed to equal opportunity, child safety\u0026nbsp;and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4475951\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "