Casual Educator - Tullamarine Early Learning Centre

Mayfield Childcare Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership support

Professional development

Mindway wellbeing support

Job summary

Mayfield Childcare Limited seeks a Casual Educator for the Tullamarine Early Learning Centre. You will contribute to a nurturing, educational environment and support children with developmentally appropriate activities.

You will work flexible shifts (6.30am–6.30pm, Mon–Fri), hold Cert III in ECEC, and maintain current WWCC and First Aid qualifications. Engage families, participate in meetings and uphold inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Active supervision and safe play monitoring for children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement age-appropriate activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and families to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure child safety and wellbeing through vigilant supervision.
• Collaborate on curriculum implementation for age-appropriate activities.
• Provide personalised attention and adapt to individual learning styles.

Skills

Active supervision

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Education

Cert III in ECEC

First Aid certified

WWCC valid

Job description

Casual Educator - Tullamarine Early Learning Centre

Welcome to the nurturing world of Tullamarine ELC!

We have a clear goal of ‘raising the bar’ in Early Childhood Education, with our Educational Program & Practice and Relationships with Children rated as exceeding. Our purpose built facilities have been thoughtfully designed to create positive and enriched learning experiences, our playgrounds are shady, abundant and provide numerous learning opportunities for the children in our care.

Our play-based learning programs are designed to inspire a love of learning, exploration and curiosity. With highly skilled and dedicated staff, the children in our care truly receive the very best start to life and foster a love of learning.

Does this resonate with you?

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Educator to join our incredible team on a casual basis, covering illness and roster gaps.

As an integral part of the team, you will play a crucial role in creating a nurturing and educational environment for the children in our care.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring child safety & wellbeing using your active supervision skills.
• Collaborating with the team on age-appropriate curriculum implementation.
• Providing personalised attention, addressing unique learning styles and needs of the children in our care.
• Guiding behaviour through positive reinforcement for social and emotional development.
• Maintaining open communication with parents about a child's progress and concerns.
• Actively participating in team meetings for a cohesive approach to early childhood education.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive atmosphere embracing diverse backgrounds in a culturally sensitive manner.
  

You

• Are available to pick up shifts between 6.30am - 6.30pm M - F.
• Hold a minimum of a Cert IIIin ECEC (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Valid WWCC
• First Aid / Child Protection / Red Nose / Food Safety training (or willing to obtain)
• Working knowledge & understanding of Child Safe Standards
• Working knowledge & understanding of NQF & EYLF
• Genuine passion for the Early Childhood sector - you will enjoy communicating with and building trusted relationships with children, their families, your teammatesand the wider community.
  

Why Mayfield Early Education?

When you join our dedicated team, not only will you join a like-minded, positive & collaborative team, but you will also have access to these great benefits:

• A high level of support from our experienced Leadership team.
• Continuous learning & professional development to grow your career.
• Free, 24/7 medical, wellbeing & safety support via our Mindway partnership for you & your family!
• Discounted childcare at any Mayfield Centre.
• Staff referral rewards.
  

Mayfield Childcare Limited, its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have a zero tolerance for child abuse.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.