Casual Childcare Educator

About the role

Lockhart Early Learning Centre, run by Lockhart Shire Council, is looking for a casual Childcare Educator to join its team that supports children's learning through play. You will work alongside Lead Educators and Teachers to deliver play-based learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, in a flexible, community-focused setting.

Key responsibilities

• Support Lead Educators and Teachers in delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow and thrive
• Work within the framework of the Early Years Learning Framework

Required profile

• Enthusiastic and dedicated person committed to high-quality education and care
• Desirable: tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (Bachelor, Diploma or Cert III), or working towards one; willingness to enrol in such a course
• Desirable: first aid, asthma and anaphylaxis training
• Ability to obtain a valid NSW Working With Children Check before starting
• Commitment to child safety, respect for children's voices, professional boundaries, culturally safe practice and knowledge of child protection and mandatory reporting

Application process

• Download the selection criteria and submit a cover letter, current resume, Working With Children Check, qualifications and references
• Complete pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks, a National Criminal History Check and identification verification
• Applications are considered as received