Casual ECE Educator - Playful Learning & Community Impact

Mayfield Childcare Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enrolment discounts

Leadership series

Professional development

Traineeships

Staff referrals

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Balnarring ELC, part of Mayfield Childcare Limited, is seeking a Casual Early Childhood Educator to join a warm, community-focused team. You will foster safe, engaging environments and deliver play-based learning in line with EYLF, while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

The role emphasizes flexibility across hours, dedication to child safety, and involvement in ongoing professional development within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent.
• WWCC current or willing to obtain.
• First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certifications current or willing to obtain.
• Understanding of NQF and EYLF; commitment to child safety.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for all children.
• Maintain active supervision to support safety and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with educators to deliver play-based learning aligned with EYLF.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the team.
• Support children’s individual needs, interests, and development.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and culturally safe environment.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

ACECQA-approved equivalent

Job description

Balnarring ELC, part of Mayfield Childcare Limited, is seeking a Casual Early Childhood Educator to join a warm, community-focused team. You will foster safe, engaging environments and deliver play-based learning in line with EYLF, while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

The role emphasizes flexibility across hours, dedication to child safety, and involvement in ongoing professional development within a values-driven organisation.