Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 460,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.
With $26.43 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 34,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.
Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.
Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
About Kids' Early Learning
Kids Early Learning is a Child Safe Organisation committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, wellbeing and rights of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm.
We are guided by the paramountcy principle, meaning the safety, rights and best interests of children are the primary consideration in all decisions, actions and practices and take precedence over all other considerations. All applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to child safe practices and an ability to uphold children’s safety, rights and wellbeing in their professional conduct and decision-making.
These processes are undertaken in accordance with the NSW Child Safe Standards, legislative requirements, and Kids Early Learning’s commitment to maintaining a strong child safe culture.
About the opportunity
Join our vibrant and caring Kids' Early Learning team, dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for children to grow and learn.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Child Care Assistants on a Casual basis, to contribute to the well-being and development of children across our 32 services.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a safe, caring and supportive environment. We offer, flexible shifts, opportunities for growth and development and a supportive work place.
This position is responsible for planning and implementing a program of developmentally appropriate activities and maintaining a high standard of care for children, in consultation with the Director Child Care and other team members. Join us in creating a joyful and supportive environment for children's growth and development!
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
- Experience in the Early Childhood field
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
- Completion of Child Protection Course - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm
- Current certificate HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Current certificate HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting or Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Training certificate that meets requirements of the Education and Care Services National Law 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulation 2018
- Working with Children Check clearance valid for paid work.
Desirable:
- Current class C driver’s licence
- Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations.
Remuneration and benefits
The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $31.5079 per hour plus 25% casual loading
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
This position has been identified as child related work, in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013. Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. For further information, go to https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check
Our commitment to safety
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:
- Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
- Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
- Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
Best of luck.
Closing date: Sunday 7 June 2026, 11.59 pm
Contact officer: Melanie Piefke on 9839 6440
Internal ref: Casual
