Child Care Assistant

Child Care Assistant - Casual - Blacktown City Council

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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. Our regional economy supports 35,000 businesses. We are transforming Blacktown City and Western Sydney with a modern city vision.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace and welcome applications 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

We own and operate a childcare business, Kids' Early Learning, with a portfolio of 31 childcare centres and over 40 family day care educators. Kids' Early Learning has approximately 300 staff and operates throughout the Blacktown local government area, serving over 2000 families and providing care and learning for children.

If you would like to know more about Kids' Early Learning, please visit our website.

About The Opportunity

Become a valued member of our compassionate Kids' Early Learning team, dedicated to providing a nurturing space where children can learn and thrive. We are seeking enthusiastic Child Care Assistants to join us on a casual basis to create positive and memorable experiences for the children in our care. This position is responsible for assisting qualified staff to provide an appropriate and stimulating program of care and education, and to ensure the safety and well-being of the children. Join us in creating a joyful and supportive environment for children's growth and development.

Essential

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in the Early Childhood field
• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by ACECQA
• Completion of Child Protection Course - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm
• Current certificate HLTAID009 Provide CPR
• Current certificate HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting or an 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

• 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 $31.5079 per hour plus 25% casual loading
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs

This position has been identified as child related work. Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. For further information, go to the NSW WWCC site.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have implemented pre-employment alcohol and other drug testing, and random testing as part of our safety program. We are a child-safe organisation that supports the safety and wellbeing of children.

Position Description

Click here to view or download the position description. Apply now using our fast online application process:

• Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
• Have a personal email address ready to use for your application.
• Review the questions and prepare your responses before starting your application.

Closing date Friday 28 November 2025, 11:59 pm.

Contact Officer: Melanie Piefke on 9839 6440

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