Casual Pool Educator'S Wanted

Little Grasshoppers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid First Aid & CPR training

Staff kitchen with healthy snacks

Team celebrations and events

Job summary

Little Grasshoppers invites casual relief educators to join our caring, family-owned early learning team on the Mornington Peninsula. Shifts are offered based on service needs and educator availability, with opportunities for ongoing permanent roles in the future.

We value educators who are passionate about children’s learning, development, and wellbeing and who can work well in a collaborative team. Join a welcoming environment with staff perks and flexible opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively studying towards a qualification)
• Current WWCC, Police Check, First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Commitment to safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing
• Build warm and meaningful relationships with children and families
• Collaborate with team and adapt to flexible shifts

Skills

Flexible

Reliable

Teamwork

Creativity

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in ECEC

Job description

Casual Educators – Join the Little Grasshoppers Family!

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator looking for flexibility while being part of a supportive, family-owned early learning team?

At Little Grasshoppers, we are always looking for enthusiastic and caring educators to join our casual educator pool across all 5 of our services, all conveniently located on the Mornington Peninsula.

This is a great opportunity for educators who enjoy variety, flexibility and the chance to work alongside passionate teams in a fun, inclusive and engaging environment.

About this opportunity:

This position is for our casual relief educator pool. Please note that casual pool positions do not guarantee shifts or a set number of hours. Shifts are offered based on service needs, availability and educator suitability.

For educators who become an integral part of our team, there may be opportunities in the future for permanent ongoing employment should a suitable position become available.

We’re looking for educators who:

• Are passionate about supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing
• Build warm and meaningful relationships with children and families
• Are flexible, reliable and adaptable
• Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team
• Bring creativity, enthusiasm and a positive attitude into the room
• Flexible work opportunities
• The opportunity to work across a supportive and welcoming team environment
• Paid First Aid & CPR training
• A fully stocked staff kitchen with healthy snacks
• Team celebrations and events
• The opportunity to grow with a locally owned and operated early learning service

About You:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively studying towards a qualification)
• Current WWCC, Police Check, First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• A commitment to creating safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children

At Little Grasshoppers, we believe educators are at the heart of quality early learning. We value our team, celebrate individuality and create an environment where everyone feels supported and appreciated.

If you’re looking for a flexible casual opportunity and would love to become part of our educator community, we’d love to hear from you.

We are a Child Safe Organisation.

Little Grasshoppers is committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse, and all staff are expected to uphold our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Recruitment processes include reference checks and pre-employment screening to ensure the wellbeing of children in our care. Successful applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Working With Children Check and meet all obligations under the Victorian Child Safe Standards.