About Us
The Kids Cottage, Middle Harbour is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where all children are respected, valued, and heard. We believe that the safety and well-being of children is everyone's responsibility and should be embedded in every aspect of our service. Through our before school care, after school care and vacation care programs, we embed creativity, inclusion and positive development for all children in our care.
About the Role
Casual Educator Level 2 – Level 4 (depending on qualifications and experience)
We are seeking enthusiastic and dependable casual educators to support our OSHC programs before school, after school and during school holidays. You will help supervise children, facilitate engaging experiences and contribute to a safe, inclusive and welcoming service. Casual shifts will be offered according to operational needs and your availability between the following times:
- Before School Care: 7:00am – 9:30am
- After School Care: 2:30pm – 6:30pm
- Vacation Care: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Key Responsibilities
- Actively supervise children and engage them in a range of planned and child-led experiences.
- Follow supervision, risk-management, incident-response and child-safe procedures to support the safety and wellbeing of every child.
- Recognise and support children’s individual needs and interests
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
- Assist with the preparation and clean-up of activities and meals
- Follow the service’s policies and the National Quality Framework (NQF)
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A passion for working with children
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility to work split shifts (morning and/or afternoon)
- The ability to work as part of a team and independently
Essential Criteria
- Working With Children Check (WWCC) for paid work in NSW
- National Child Safety Training (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience working with children and young people in an education and care environment
- First Aid Certificate HLTAID012
- Child Protection Training CHCPRT025
- Relevant qualifications (or working towards) in Education, Childcare, or similar
What We Offer
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development
- Casual shifts may provide flexibility around study or other commitments subject to service needs and your availability.
- A fun and rewarding work environment
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter
Pay: $37.11 – $43.31 per hour
Expected hours: 2.0 – 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- High School (Year 12) (Required)
Experience:
- working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Working with Children Check (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
