OSHC Educator

Uniting Vic.Tas; Strzelecki; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading 25%

Salary packaging benefits

Childcare discount

Office 365 discount

Op Shop discount

Professional development

Values-led organisation

Job summary

Uniting Vic.Tas is seeking casual Early Learning OSHC educators to join our Korumburra program. You will provide nurturing care, support after-school activities, and help create a welcoming, inclusive environment for school-aged children.

As part of our OSHC team, you will work with the Service Leader to plan and implement engaging programmes, while upholding safety, learning frameworks, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Flexible, engaging approach to childcare and ability to form positive relationships with children and team.
• Willingness to obtain first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma certificates and Working with Children Check.
• Experience in Early Childhood or engaging with children in some capacity.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing care in OSHC, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.
• Deliver recreational and educational activities tailored for school-aged children.
• Plan and implement a safe, engaging programme with the OSHC Service Leader and team.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues to support development.

Skills

Flexible scheduling

Childcare experience

Positive relationships

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent

Job description

• 532689
• Korumburra, VIC, 3950
• Early Learning
• Casual
• Closing on: Oct 29 2026

• Educators, choose when you work and grow your skills and experience
• Work available in our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program in Korumburra
• Hourly rate + 25% casual loading + access to salary packaging benefits

Your new role

Whether you are an experienced Early Childhood Educator seeking flexibility with your hours or just getting started, we can support you and provide on-the-job training from our nominated supervisor and the team.

As a casual educator at our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program, you will be part of a growing team of educators who deliver after-school programs that provide high-quality education and care to school-aged children and support the wider community. You will provide nurturing care, ensure a safe and welcoming environment and create recreational and education experiences that are inclusive for all to enjoy.

You will build positive relationships with your team and work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for our children and families. Our educators feel excited to come to work, knowing the difference they make to a child’s development.

About Early Learning

You’ll be joining Uniting’s Early Learning directorate, a purpose-led team working across Victoria and Tasmania to shape better futures for children and families. We champion safety, inclusion, and quality in everything we do, and we’re driven by a deep belief in the power of early learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Benefits Of Working At Uniting

At Uniting, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexible work that lets you choose shifts that suit your lifestyle and availability.
• Casual loading of 25% in addition to your base hourly rate.
• 10% discount for eligible employees on out-of-pocket childcare fees at Uniting learning services
• A 30% discount on Office 365 subscriptions, and a 25% discount at our Uniting Op Shops.
• Access to development and training opportunities to build your skills and experience.
• Working in a values-led organisation with real community impact.
• Being part of team creating safe, nurturing and playful environments for children.
• Access to salary packaging benefits that can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing and streaming services.

Your Skills And Experience

You’ll be right at home at Uniting if you're passionate about providing high-quality early learning experiences and share our belief that children's safety, wellbeing and development should always come first.

You have an enthusiastic, engaging approach to childcare, with the ability to form positive relationships with children and team members. and ideally, you’ll have experience gained in Early Childhood or engaging with children in some capacity.

You demonstrate the ability to work with your OSHC Service Leader and team to plan and implement a fun, safe and engaging programme that adheres to our laws, regulations and learning frameworks.

You have a current or willingness to obtain first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma certificates and a Working with Children check.

There are many different educational pathways to be qualified for this position. Whether it’s a Bachelor of Arts, Science, or a Diploma of Community Services, these are just some of the qualifications equivalent to a Diploma in Early Childhood Education ( check your qualification here ).

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About Uniting

We create real change in people’s lives by working in partnership with people, communities, governments and other agencies to reduce the impact of poverty, trauma and disadvantage.

We provide compassionate care for people facing tough times and personal challenges. We support children and young people to break the cycle of disadvantage. We help families keep safe, together and thriving.

For over 100 years we’ve been fighting inequality, opposing discrimination, and responding to the needs in our communities across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

We are an inclusive, values-led organisation and proudly welcome people of all identities, backgrounds and experiences. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with lived and living experience relevant to our work.

We are committed to inclusive hiring practices. You are welcome to share your pronouns and let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process. We are here to support you.

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. We embed child safety in everything we do. Employment with Uniting is subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.