Outside School Hours Care (Fun Squad) Educator

About the role

PCYC Bucasia is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic Outside School Hours Care (Fun Squad) Educator to join its Fun Squad. The role provides high-quality, safe and inclusive programs for children, with a strong focus on safeguarding in line with PCYC Queensland values. It is a casual position with multiple openings.

Key responsibilities

• Interact with and supervise children effectively while delivering high-quality, fun programs
• Support each child's unique strengths, needs and interests
• Work as part of a team to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment

Required profile

• No formal qualifications are required; qualified educators need a minimum Certificate III in a relevant area such as behavioural science, community services, education, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, sports and recreation or human welfare studies
• Experience in the Fun Squad or long day care sector is desirable
• Able to respond to children's needs so that high-quality fun meets agreed standards
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate (or able to obtain one) is desirable
• Working With Children Check (Blue Card) is required, and a National Police Check is completed on commencement

What we offer

• Casual pay of $37.55 to $45.56 per hour depending on qualifications and experience
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Free PCYC gym membership and up to 15% discount on PCYC services
• Annual volunteer day, Employee Assistance Program and online learning programs
• Corporate health plan through HCF