Casual OSHC Educator

Gowrie NSW; Camden; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Above award pay

Professional development

Rewards program

Referral bonus

Employee assistance program

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Gowrie NSW is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator to join our not-for-profit team delivering safe, play-based learning for children across NSW. You will bring strong communication with families and a passion for empowering young learners in a collaborative environment.

Applicants should hold relevant compliance certificates (WWCC, Child Protection, First Aid) and participate in mandatory training. Flexible shifts during vacation care periods are required, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Have passion for working with children.
• Hold valid compliance certificates (WWCC, Child Protection, First Aid).
• Complete Geccko Mandatory Training.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, safe, play-based learning environment for children.
• Ensure compliance and safety requirements are met and assist with cleaning and food preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Gowrie NSW is a proud not-for-profit early and middle childhood learning organisation established with a vision to see children thrive and amplify their contributions to the world. We achieve this vision through our services and programs for children and families and by providing leadership and professional learning opportunities to the early childhood sector. The image of children as active participants is core to our pedagogy, and we move forward with a strong focus on contemporary practice and innovation.

We are a not-for-profit OSHC service that places high value in creating a safe, play-based environment for children to thrive. We consider a friendly team dynamic to be integral to the impact of our learning programs and we are looking for someone who shares that philosophy and wants to be part of a committed and engaged team.

Please note that straight shifts will be required during vacation care periods and split shifts during term time.

Must be available to work a minimum of 3 ASC shifts per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).

The Benefits for You

• Highly engaged and values aligned workforce
• Fitness Passport (available to permanent employees)
• Above award rates of pay
• Free professional development through Gowrie NSW education hub
• Monthly and annual reward program and tenure incentives
• Employee referral bonus for successfully referring new educators
• Employee assistance program
• Free flu vaccinations

Your Impact

Our passionate team of educators strive to create a nurturing learning environment for the children in our care whilst ensuring they also have fun. Your excellent communication skills and genuine interest in supporting little people to grow and realise their potential will have a lasting impact.

You will also need to ensure compliance and safety requirements are met, do some paperwork and assist with cleaning and food preparation.

About you

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have a passion for working with children
• Have valid compliance certificates (e.g. WWCC, Child Protection, First Aid etc.)
• Geccko Mandatory Training

Whether it’s your first step or the next step in your childcare journey Gowrie NSW have positions available across NSW and ACT. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.

At Gowrie NSW, we believe in providing a safe, secure and nurturing environment for all children in our care. Child safety is a priority across Gowrie NSW and we are committed to embedding the Child Safe Standards through our systems, policies and processes. Child safety is a shared responsibility we take seriously. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of child harm, abuse, or neglect. All potential employees must be willing to undergo a thorough background check and adhere to our policies and procedures. Join our team at Gowrie NSW and help us ensure the safety of children.