Casual Educator

Goodstart Early Learning; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Casual leave loading

Fitness Passport

Supportive team with resources

Induction and training program

First Nations Support

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning in New South Wales is seeking Casual Educators to join our flexible network of centres. Shifts are casual, Monday to Friday, between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm, with pay up to $48.29 per hour and above award wages.

You’ll contribute to the education program, engage with children, and support a safe, inclusive learning environment. We offer induction, training, and a caring team culture with opportunities for career pathways and benefits such as Fitness Passport and discounted

Qualifications

• ACEAQA-approved early childhood qualification and NSW Working with Children Check are required.
• Flexible availability Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–6:00 pm.

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.

Job description

Employment Type:

Casual shifts Monday to Friday between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm

Pay:

Up to $48.29 per hour

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

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers and their families who are considering moving to, or have moved to, regional NSW. Local Connectors make moving easier by helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for your partner, and connections within the community.

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
• 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 hold an ACECQA-approved early childhood qualification, a current NSW Working with Children Check, and will have flexible availability between Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 6:00 pm, you are eligible to apply.

Have a question? ContactAnge from our Talent Acquisition Team on [phone] or via email [e-mail]

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email [e-mail]

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 a Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.