Casual Educator

Goodstart; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Casual leave loading

Fitness Passport

Supportive team

Induction & training

Professional development

Career pathways

First Nations support

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Goodstart Strathfieldsaye in Bendigo VIC is looking for a Casual Educator to support our centres and children as needed. The role offers flexibility to work across hours and centres, contributing to enriching early learning experiences.

Applicants should hold an ACECQA approved early childhood qualification and a current Victoria Working with Children Check, with availability Monday–Friday, 6:30am–6:00pm. Travel between local services may be required.

Qualifications

• ACE CQA approved early childhood qualification required.
• Victoria Working with Children Check is mandatory.
• Flexibility to travel between local services and availability Monday–Friday, 6:30am–6:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Actively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre team.
• Engaging and supervising the children at all times.
• Maintaining a safe environment for children, families and team members.
• Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families.
• Complying with National Quality Standards and Goodstart policies and procedures.
• Supporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvement.

Education

ACECQA approved early childhood qualification

Victoria Working with Children Check

Job description

Role: Casual Educator Location: Strathfieldsaye, Bendigo VIC 3551 Centre: Goodstart Strathfieldsaye Pay: $42.88ph - $48.29ph

• Find your fit with Goodstart
• Choose your hours and where you work
• Find your fit, then choose your pathway

Finding the RIGHT FIT when it comes to joining a team can be difficult – why not sign up with Goodstart as a Casual Educator, try out a few centres and FIND your FIT. We'd love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

As a Casual Educator at Goodstart, you'll be a flexible, team-oriented professional, ready to support our centres and children wherever and whenever needed. Your commitment to safety and inclusivity ensures every child has enriching and responsive learning experiences.

You'll Achieve This By

• Actively contributing to the education program in the room and the centre team
• Engaging and supervising the children at all times
• Maintaining a safe environment for children, families and team members
• Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families
• Complying with National Quality Standards and Goodstart policies and procedures
• Supporting a culture of reflective practice and ongoing continuous improvement

What Goodstart Can Offer You

• You’ll receive above award wages and a casual leave loading allowance
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Supportive and friendly team with head office support and excellent resources
• Comprehensive induction and training program
• Professional development opportunities
• Career pathways
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Eligible employees may access discounted childcare to help balance work and family life. Casual employees may be eligible after three months of regular and consistent hours worked.

If you have hold an ACECQA approved early childhood qualification, Current Victoria Working with Children Check, are willing to travel between other local services and will have flexible availability between Monday-Friday, 6:30am - 6:00pm, then

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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