Child Care Assistant – Full-time (6 positions)

About the role

Join Blacktown City Council as a Child Care Assistant and help create a safe, welcoming environment where children can learn, grow and feel valued. Working alongside qualified educators, you will support daily routines, learning activities and the overall wellbeing of children in the centre.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Prepare materials and resources for planned learning experiences.
• Assist educators in delivering developmentally appropriate programs.
• Observe and record children’s progress for developmental records.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised centre.
• Communicate daily updates to families and respond to children’s needs.
• Contribute ideas for activities and support team collaboration.

Required profile

• Enjoys working with children and is reliable and caring.
• Values teamwork and contributes positively to a supportive environment.
• Entry‑level candidate willing to learn and develop skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Secure, permanent full‑time role (38‑hour week).
• Weekly salary of $1,197.30.
• Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight.
• 12% superannuation and competitive leave entitlements.
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development.
• Access to Fitness Passport, social clubs and wellbeing programs.
• Commitment to safety with pre‑employment drug testing and child‑safe policies.