Educator

Opportunity for Taylah Najduch

Hey there, amazing educator! 👋

Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Do you love creating fun, engaging experiences that help kids learn and grow? We're looking for a fantastic OSHC Educator to join our wonderful team on a casual basis!

What You'll Be Doing

As our OSHC Educator, you'll be the heart of our before and after school care program. Every day will bring new adventures as you:

• Create exciting and educational activities that spark children's curiosity and imagination
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported
• Help with homework and encourage learning in a fun, relaxed setting
• Organize games, arts and crafts, sports, and other engaging activities
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members
• Support children's social and emotional development through meaningful interactions
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with parents and caregivers
• Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are followed at all times

What We're Looking For

We'd love to meet someone who brings:

• A genuine love for working with school-aged children
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or a related field
• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain one)
• First Aid and CPR certification (or commitment to complete training)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Creativity and enthusiasm for planning engaging activities
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Strong teamwork abilities and a collaborative spirit
• Reliability and punctuality for casual shifts

Why You'll Love Working With Us

We're not just another workplace – we're a community that truly cares about our team members! Here's what makes us special:

• Flexible casual hours that work around your lifestyle and commitments
• Competitive hourly rates that recognize your valuable skills and experience
• Ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career
• A supportive, friendly team environment where everyone's voice is heard
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives every single day
• Access to resources and materials to help you create amazing learning experiences
• Regular team events and celebrations because we believe in having fun together
• Opportunities to contribute your ideas and help shape our programs

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're excited about the opportunity to inspire young minds and be part of a caring, dedicated team, we'd absolutely love to hear from you! This casual position offers the perfect blend of flexibility and fulfillment, allowing you to make a positive difference while maintaining work-life balance.

Don't worry if you don't tick every single box – we believe in potential and are happy to support the right person in developing their skills. What matters most to us is your passion for working with children and your commitment to providing quality care and education.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our diverse team brings different perspectives and ideas that make our program even better for the children and families we serve.

Ready to take the next step? Send us your resume along with a brief cover letter telling us why you're excited about this role. We can't wait to learn more about you and discuss how you could be part of our amazing OSHC family!

Questions about the role? Feel free to reach out – we're always happy to chat and provide more information about what makes our program so special.

Come and be part of something wonderful! 🌟

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate more than 80 sites, employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Commitment to Safeguarding

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. We embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept safe at all times. 

Safeguarding Children | The Y