Casual OSHC Educator | Mentone

MACSEYE; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

MACSEYE in Melbourne is seeking an educator for after-school and OSHC programs. You will create safe, inspiring spaces, plan engaging experiences, and build strong connections with children and families.

This casual role offers flexible hours, training and development opportunities, and a supportive team. You’ll join a child-led environment where wellbeing and growth are prioritised and where your energy and creativity make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Cert III (or higher) in ACECQA-recognised qualification (or currently studying).
• Valid First Aid, CPR, WWCC, and Australian work rights.
• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Warm, collaborative approach with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create Safe and Inspiring Spaces: Design environments where children feel secure, supported, and motivated to explore and learn.
• Plan Engaging Experiences: Lead hands-on, fun, and creative activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and a love of learning.
• Build Strong Connections: Develop positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, fostering a welcoming, community-focused environment.
• Champion Wellbeing and Growth: Support each child’s social, emotional, and developmental needs while promoting overall wellbeing.
• Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with your team to co-create programs that reflect children’s interests, ideas, and voices.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Strong communication skills

Warm collaborative approach

Education

Cert III in ACECQA-recognised qualification

Job description

• Department: Service Delivery - in-service roles
• Compensation: AUD 37 - AUD 47 - hourly

Company Description

Whether you’re studying, working another job or simply looking for flexible hours, this is an opportunity to work around your availability while making a positive impact on children’s days.

Bring your energy, creativity and caring nature to a supportive team and help create safe, fun and engaging experiences before and after school.

Work that fits your life – Pick up shifts that suit your availability, whether you’re studying, working elsewhere or managing other commitments.

Bring your energy – Get creative with activities, games and experiences that children enjoy.

Be part of a great team – Work alongside supportive, passionate educators in a collaborative environment.

Keep growing – Access training and development opportunities to build your skills and confidence.

If you’re ready to make a difference in children’s days while enjoying the flexibility of casual work, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Description

Your Role as an Educator

Create Safe and Inspiring Spaces
Design environments where children feel secure, supported, and motivated to explore and learn.

Plan Engaging Experiences
Lead hands-on, fun, and creative activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and a love of learning.

Build Strong Connections
Develop positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, fostering a welcoming, community-focused environment.

Champion Wellbeing and Growth
Support each child’s social, emotional, and developmental needs while promoting overall wellbeing.

Collaborate and Innovate
Work closely with your team to co-create programs that reflect children’s interests, ideas, and voices.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

A genuine passion for working with children

A warm, collaborative approach with strong communication skills

Cert III (or higher) in an ACECQA recognised qualification(or currently studying)

Valid First Aid, CPR, WWCC, and Australian work rights (or able to obtain these)

Additional Information

About Us

MACSEYE is committed to providing high-quality early learning and Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) programs across the Melbourne Catholic Archdiocese. Our approach focuses on holistic development — supporting children’s wellbeing, identity, learning, and sense of belonging within their communities.

At MACSEYE, you’ll join a child-led, collaborative environment where your work makes a genuine difference.

As a child safe organisation, MACSEYE prioritises the safety, wellbeing and protection of children in our care. We require applicants to undergo relevant child safety screening prior to appointment and for all employees to adhere with our child safe practices.

We welcome applications from people from all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disabilities.

At MACSEYE we don't use AI to screen applications or conduct interviews. We ask that you don't use AI tools during the recruitment process, either in screening or interviews, as we want to get to know the real you.

If you have any questions please email [e-mail].