Outside School Hours Care Educator | Kensington

Macseye; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Ongoing Training

Inclusive Environment

Career Advancement

Job summary

MACSEYE is seeking an Outside School Hours Care Educator to join our Kensington team on a permanent basis. This role supports children before and after school with a safe, engaging program that fosters wellbeing, curiosity and growth in a warm, supportive environment.

The hours are 6:30am–8:45am and 3:15pm–6:30pm, Monday to Friday. You will design activities, nurture relationships with children, families and colleagues, and help ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child in your care.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or early childhood education.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit.
• Certificate III level qualification or working towards ACECQA recognition.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Co-design and facilitate activities that foster learning and creativity.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every child in your care.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards)

Job description

Outside School Hours Care Educator | Kensington

Inspire Young Minds with MACSEYE – Where Every Child’s Journey Matters

Are you passionate about helping children grow in a safe, creative environment? At MACSEYE, we’re committed to delivering high-quality out of school and early learning experiences that support each child’s development and wellbeing. Join us and help shape a brighter future.

We have apermanent educatorposition available inKensington.The hours will be between 6:30am - 8:45am, and 3:15pm - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Why MACSEYE?

Make a Real Impact: you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of children, supporting their development in a lively and supportive atmosphere.

Supportive Team Environment: you will collaborate with a passionate and friendly team dedicated to excellence in early childhood education.

Growth and Development: you have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and advance your career with ongoing professional development opportunities in a thriving field.

Job Description

What will you do?

• Create a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment for children
• Co‑design and facilitate activities that foster learning and creativity
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Ensure the well‑being and safety of every child in your care

Qualifications

Do you have what it takes?

• A genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to making a positive difference
• Experience in childcare or early childhood education
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• Certificate III level qualification as recognised by ACECQA completed or working towards

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a generous salary and a comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing Training: Access continuous professional development and training
• Inclusive Environment: Thrive in a welcoming, supportive workplace
• Career Advancement: Explore opportunities for growth and advancement within our organisation

About MACSEYE

MACSEYE is a pioneering organisation dedicated to establishing a network of early childhood and school‑aged care programs across Melbourne Archdiocese. Our mission is to support every child in their journey to reach their full potential through programs that focus on holistic development, identity, health, and well‑being.

Guided by principles of child‑centered care, collaboration, lifelong learning, and evidence‑based decision‑making, we partner with schools, parishes, and communities to foster a connected and supportive environment for children and their families.

Join us at MACSEYE, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

As a child safe organisation, MACSEYE prioritises the safety, wellbeing and protection of children in our care. We require applicants to undergo relevant child safety screening prior to appointment and for all employees to adhere with our child safe practices.

We welcome applications from people from all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disabilities.