Kindy Before & After Care Educator – Flexible Hours

Westside Christian College; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-resourced facilities

Supportive team culture

Leadership focused on wellbeing

Job summary

Westside Christian College in Ipswich is seeking a Kindergarten Before and After Care Educator to support Kindy children before and after school hours. The role offers morning and afternoon shifts during term time, with additional vacation care hours and a competitive hourly rate.

You will work within a Christian environment, promote wellbeing, and collaborate with a dedicated team to provide a safe, inclusive program for young learners.

Qualifications

• A practicing Christian with ability to support the College’s spiritual ethos.
• Genuine passion for working with children and their learning and wellbeing.
• Positive, proactive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Working With Children Check (Blue Card) required.
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or actively pursuing it.
• National Child Safety Training (GECCKO).
• First Aid plus CPR (and asthma/anaphylaxis management).
• Knowledge of EYLF and NQS.

Responsibilities

• Care for Kindy children before and after regular Kindy hours.
• Supervise children and ensure sign-out and safety procedures.
• Greet and interact with parents during drop-off/pick-up.
• Maintain a safe, caring and inclusive environment.
• Support children’s wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with a passionate, supportive team.
• Participate in a spiritually vibrant culture aligned with the College’s Christian mission and values.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Christian ethos

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Working With Children Check (Blue Card)

Job description

Westside Christian College in Ipswich is seeking a Kindergarten Before and After Care Educator to support Kindy children before and after school hours. The role offers morning and afternoon shifts during term time, with additional vacation care hours and a competitive hourly rate.

You will work within a Christian environment, promote wellbeing, and collaborate with a dedicated team to provide a safe, inclusive program for young learners.