Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Human resources
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DE/ECE/1890851
There are 2 ongoing positions available.
Grab for Careers
The establishment of Early Learning Victoria is entering its next phase as all existing central officer positions have been made ongoing. As such, we are very excited to be advertising these positions for a commencement date of 1 July 2026.
About Early Learning Victoria
The Victorian Government is establishing 50 government-owned and operated early learning centres by 2032 as part of the Best Start, Best Life reforms. The centres offer childcare, Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten and Pre-Prep. The centres provide high-quality, accessible and inclusive early childhood education and care that is child centred, focused on learning through play and in nature, with strong connections to local communities.
Early Learning Victoria is part of the Victorian Department of Education. The ELV central team is leading the roll-out of the 50 centres and supports and oversees 4 centres that have recently opened. We are committed to creating a supportive and enriching work environment for our employees, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Early Learning Victoria is committed to the Child Safe Standards and safeguarding of children from harm.
About the Role
The ELV Business Management team provide recruitment, payroll and administration support to the Early Learning and Childcare Centres. Reporting to the Business Management Team Leader, the focus of this role will be on supporting our clients throughout the employee life cycle and ensuring their payroll and recruitment needs are met seamlessly. As this position will be the first point of contact for ELCC staff, the ideal candidate will be adept to working autonomously and applying initiative to provide solutions that support service delivery goals. You will thrive in building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, whilst proactively contributing to HR projects and initiatives that improve individual, team and sector employee experiences.
Key accountabilities include:
We are building a team of high performers with strong communication skills and a passion for customer service excellence. This is a great opportunity to contribute and work with a passionate and progressive team to achieve this ambitious reform agenda.
Attributes
The ideal candidate will be able to:
Qualifications and Experience
How to apply
Applicants are required to submit a CV and cover letter (max 2 pages for cover letter) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Joanne Burkandt, Manager Workforce and Recruitment [email protected]
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants will be required to have a Working with Children Check. A police check and other pre-employment checks may be required. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on 26 October 2025