Child Care Aide

3 days ago


Blacktown City Council, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Job Title

Child Care Aide - Casual at Careers at Council

Overview

Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 450,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages. Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About Kids' Early Learning

Here at Council, we own and operate a childcare business, Kids' Early Learning, with a portfolio of 31 childcare centres and over 40 family daycare educators. Kids' Early Learning has approximately 300 full-time, part-time and casual staff, and operates throughout the Blacktown local government area, serving over 2000 families and providing care and learning needs for their children.

The Opportunity

Join our vibrant and caring Kids' Early Learning team, dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for children to grow and learn. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and compassionate casual Child Care Aides to contribute to the well-being and development of the children in our care. This position is responsible for planning and implementing a program of developmentally appropriate activities and maintaining a high standard of care for the group of children assigned, in consultation with the Director Child Care and other Kids' Early Learning team members. Join us in creating a joyful and supportive environment for children\'s growth and development.

Essential qualifications and experience
  • Diploma in Community Services (Children's Services) or equivalent as specified in the Education and Care Services National Law 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations 2018
  • Completion of Child Protection Course - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm
  • Current certificate HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  • Current certificate HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting or Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Training certificate that meets requirements of the Education and Care Services National Law 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulation 2018
  • Working with Children Check clearance valid for paid work.
Desirable
  • A minimum of 12 months relevant work experience
  • Current class C driver's licence
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council's Enterprise Agreement.

  • Entry level for this position starts at $ per hour plus 25% casual loading
  • Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

This position has been identified as child related work, in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013. Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. For further information, go to

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing. We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position Description

Position Description: view or download the position description.

How to apply

Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

  • Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
  • Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without logging out of the system.
  • Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application. Best of luck.
Closing date

Closing date: Friday 5 September 2025, 11.59 pm

Contact

Contact officer: Melanie Piefke on

Internal reference

Internal ref: Casual

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