Casual Educator

Anglicare NSW South, NSW West & ACT; Canberra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglicare NSW South, NSW West & ACT is seeking a Casual Educator to support play-based learning across our Canberra centres (Franklin, Scullin or Calwell). The role focuses on creating safe, inclusive, and stimulating environments for children in Early Childhood and after-school programs.

You will work with a supportive team, providing strong relationships with children, families, and staff, and ensuring adherence to safeguarding and NQF standards.

Qualifications

• ACEQA‑approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with children in Early Learning environments.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and their safety at all times.
• Solid understanding of NQF, NQS, the Early Years Learning Framework, and My Time Our Place.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with families and colleagues.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and passionate about children’s learning.
• Committed to Anglicare’s mission and values.
• Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
• WWVP Card – ACT.
• Completed National Child Safety Training modules.

Responsibilities

• Create secure, reciprocal relationships with children and families.
• Assist in implementing, evaluating and documenting play-based programs.
• Provide a safe, inclusive learning environment for children’s wellbeing.
• Maintain confidentiality about learners, families and colleagues.
• Participate in Workplace Health & Safety activities to ensure a safe environment.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and managers to deliver excellence.
• Adhere to Early Childhood Australia’s Code of Ethics and Anglicare's Code of Conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Casual Educator

Help shape the future of young minds – join our team of Early Childhood Educators at Anglicare NSW South, NSW West & ACT.

Our Centres are located in Franklin, Scullin or Calwell, ACT

Above award wages (we match worker retention rates)

Are you an energetic and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator looking to be part of a highly skilled and supportive team?

About Us

Anglicare NSW South, NSW West & ACT (Anglicare) is a not‑for‑profit organisation currently seeking Casual Educators to join our team in Canberra across our various Centres in Franklin, Scullin or Calwell. We are deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and we maintain zero tolerance for child abuse in any form.

At Anglicare, we create child‑safe environments where children feel included, valued, and heard, and where their strengths and diversity are celebrated. We genuinely promote the cultural safety and inclusion of all children and young people, including by respecting and valuing the diverse and unique identities and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.

We also work proactively to remove barriers that may prevent children and families with diverse needs from feeling safe, welcome, or included. Our organisation actively works to reduce the likelihood of harm, encourages concerns to be raised, and responds promptly to any disclosures, allegations, or signs of harm. We equip our staff with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, prevent, and report harm, fostering a culture where children feel safe to speak up whenever they feel worried or unsafe.

About the Opportunity:

As a Casual Educator, you will play a key role in supporting our teams to deliver high-quality educational play-based programs for children, in Early Childhood and/or Out of School Hours programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Create secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships with children, families, colleagues and the wider community and provide them with prompt and courteous service.

Assist in the implementation, evaluation and documentation of play-based educational programs suitable to the needs and interests of the children at the service.

Provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment that supports children’s physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.

Maintain confidentiality on all issues relating to the service, the children, families, & colleagues.

Participate and contribute to Workplace Health & Safety activities to ensure a safe work environment for children, families, team members, and visitors.

Maintain professional communication with all relevant colleagues and managers and work harmoniously to achieve excellence in every aspect of service delivery.

Adherence to both Early Childhood Australia’s Code of Ethics and Anglicare's Code of Conduct.

About You

You hold an ACECQA‑approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education.

You have minimum 1 year experience working with children in Early Learning environments.

You demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding children and upholding their safety and wellbeing at all times.

You have a solid understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF), including the National Quality Standards (NQS), the Early Years Learning Framework, and the My Time, Our Place Framework for learning.

You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

You bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to your work, along with a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.

You are committed to Anglicare’s mission and values of integrity, inclusiveness, dignity, and compassion.

You hold a current First Aid certificate, or a willingness to obtain.

You have a current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card – ACT.

You have completed the foundation training modules of the National Child Safety Training provided by the Department of Education, Australian Government (prior to employment)

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring your expertise and passion to our team! help us create a brighter future for children and young people.

For all enquiries, please get in touch with Recruitment team on at ***********@anglicare.com.au

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo reference checks and a National Criminal History Check prior to an offer of employment.

Find out more about us on our website- LinkedIn and Facebook pages.

Anglicare NSW South, NSW West, ACT is a child-safe organisation.