Casual Educator

Uniting NSW & ACT; Springwood; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Uniting KidsCare Springwood Early Learning is seeking a casual Certificate III Educator to join our team, supporting children aged two to five with inclusive, play-based learning.

You will develop positive relationships with children, families and community, implement the Early Years Learning Framework, and contribute to planning and learning stories. This role offers flexible casual shifts and opportunities for professional development within a warm Uniting team.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, with previous experience (preferred).
• Be passionate about working with children of all ages.
• A work history that demonstrates programming, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework (National Standard).
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality education and care to children to help support learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework.
• Developing positive relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children's interests, strengths, and abilities.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Resourcefulness

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Job description

• Casual Certificate III Educator
• Uniting KidsCare Springwood Early Learning

About the Opportunity

For over 20 years, Uniting Kids Care Early Learning Springwood has supported families in our community with education and childcare, including a preschool program. We are open long hours for children from two to five years. Conveniently located near leafy Buttenshaw Park and in the spacious grounds of the Springwood Uniting Church, our service offers warm and welcoming indoor learning spaces and stimulating outdoor environments that are designed to inspire and engage. We are seeking a Certificate III qualified Educator to join the team as a casual Educator and support the team.

What you’ll be doing in this role

As a Certificate III Qualified Inclusion Support Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework!

Your work may include

• Developing positive relationships that support children, their families and community.
• Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children's interest, strengths, and abilities.

Who we’re looking for

• Must have completed a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, with previous experience (preferred)
• Be passionate about working with children of all ages.
• A work history that demonstrates, programming, writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework (National Standard)
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting's everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

Why Join Uniting?

• Work when it works for you - For casual roles, enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Your work matters - We offer above award wages because we value the passion and expertise you bring!
• Feel genuinely supported - Be part of a warm, inclusive team that values your contributions and celebrates your impact
• Grow your skills - Access professional development, ongoing training, and future career pathways within a leading organisation
• Make a real difference - Every day is an opportunity to inspire young minds and create positive, lasting change in children's lives

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid working with Children's Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check

About Uniting Early Learning

When you're part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you're part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia's First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders - past, present, and emerging - and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.