Early Childhood Educator - Casual

Bathurst Regional Council; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking Casual Early Childhood Educators to join Scallywags Long Day Care, contributing to high-quality education and care for children aged 0-5 years. You will work with a team on room management, child health and safety, education and planning, delivering play-based learning and supporting children's development.

Applicants must have a Certificate III in ECEC (or working toward), current First Aid/CPR, WWCC and knowledge of EYLF/NQS, with strong teamwork

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working toward the qualification)
• Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and ability to develop high-quality educational programs
• Knowledge of National Quality Standards, Education and Care Regulations and National Law
• Experience in a similar Education and Care setting
• Experience delivering quality educational programs for 0–5 years
• Ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-paced environment
• Current approved First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Management training
• Understanding of the Child Safe Standards
• Current HLTAID010 CPR training
• Current CHCPRT025 Child Protection Training
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Responsibilities

• Contribute to room management, child health and safety, education and planning
• Deliver play-based learning and enrich children’s lives
• Work with a team of professionals to support 0–5 year olds

Skills

EYLF knowledge

Teamwork & collaboration

Communication skills

High-paced environment

Interpersonal skills

First Aid/CPR/Allergy training

Child Safe Standards understanding

Education

Certificate III in ECEC or working toward

Job description

About The Role

Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking Casual Early Childhood Educators.

the successful applicants will be experienced, self-motivated and passionate about the education and care of young children and would like to be part of an organisation that values the wellness, safety and education of children aged 0-5 years.

Scallywags Long Day Care provides a high level of education and care and as the Early Childhood Educator you will contribute to making the service a point of difference from other child care providers.

The position will work alongside a team of professionals responsible for room management, child health and safety, education and planning and enriching children’s lives through play-based learning.

Essential Criteria

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or Working toward the qualification
• A working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and ability to develop and implement a high-quality educational program
• A working knowledge of National Quality Standards, Education and Care Regulations and National Law.
• Experience in a similar role in an Education and Care setting
• Experienced in the provision of quality educational program for children aged 0 to 5 years of age
• The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high paced environment.
• Current approved First Aid, Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Management training
• An understanding of the Child Safe Standards
• Current HLTAID010 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Current approved Child Protection Training (CHCPRT025)
• Current paid Working with Children Check

What We Can Offer

• Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy
• Training & Development to expand your skills
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

Hourly Rate: $35.37 per hour

Position Status: Casual

Hours of work: As required, between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday.

Application closing date: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Leanne McCurry - 6333 6561

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.