Casual OSHC Educators

RGIT Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Child Australia in Darwin is seeking casual, entry-level Educators to join our OSHC and early learning teams during school holiday periods. You’ll work across OSHC services in Darwin, building positive relationships with children and families while ensuring safe, engaging environments.

We welcome candidates with minimal experience; 1+ year preferred. Certificate III is preferred but not essential; must hold NT Working with Children Card and provide police clearance.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with children.
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent (ACECQA approved) is preferred but not essential.
• A valid OCHRE NT Working with Children Card is required.
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance issued within the last 6 months is required.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Work across OSHC services across various Darwin locations.
• Create safe, secure and stimulating environments for learning.

Skills

Communication

Experience with children

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Darwin, Northern Territory 0800, Australia

Casual Temporary Entry Level

Posted 21 Jul 2026

About the Role

We're seeking experienced childcare Educators passionate about providing quality care to children to join our casual pool in Darwin working during our school holiday period.

You will have the opportunity to work across our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) services across various locations in Darwin, building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues while creating safe and stimulating environments for learning. Qualified Educators may also get to work across our early learning centres.

About You

• You'll be a fantastic communicator that can foster positive connections with children, families, and colleagues.
• You will have high standards of care and be motivated to create safe, secure and stimulating environment for children.
• You will have at least 1 years' experience working with children.
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent (ACECQA approved) is preferred but not essential.
• A valid OCHRE (NT Working with Children) Card.

As part of our commitment to child safety, all successful candidates are required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance issued within the last 6 months. This must be submitted prior to commencing employment.

Why Join Us?

• Casual hourly rate between $31.18 to $37.51 based on relevant qualification and experience.
• We proudly pay the ECEC Wage retention allowance.
• Variety of opportunities across various OSHC services around Darwin.
• Potential for career growth into part-time positions.
• Recognition through our Aspire Reward & Recognition program.
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Free counselling services through Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts at over 50 popular retailers.

Our Culture

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

About Us

At Child Australia, we’re more than just an early childhood education provider. We’re a trusted leader in fostering growth and development for children across Western Australia and the Northern Territory. By working hand-in-hand with families, local communities, and early childhood professionals, we enrich the learning experiences that shape children’s earliest years. Our organisation is a cornerstone in capacity building within the early-to-middle childhood sector, offering professional development, online training, and valuable resources to support ongoing learning and excellence in care.