Casual Educator

Are you passionate about shaping young minds in a fun, nurturing, and community-focused environment? Do you dream of working in a centre that’s as vibrant and diverse as the children it serves?

At Ryan Road Childcare & Swim School in Pakenham, we’re looking for Casual Educators to join our incredible team. With a supportive, inclusive culture and state-of-the-art facilities, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a family.

**About Us**:
Ryan Road Childcare & Swim School is where learning meets adventure Our centre is a bustling, bright, and safe haven filled with care, creativity, and endless opportunities for growth. We’re more than just Early Education - we’re a hub of unique experiences that include:

- On-site Swimming School
- Pony Riding Lessons
- Forest Kinder Adventures

We’re deeply connected to our community and proudly celebrate cultural events like NAIDOC Week, Diwali, and Ramadan, fostering an environment of inclusion and respect.

Our team is collaborative, passionate, and committed to making a difference. We believe in building each other up with a strong mentor/buddy system, regular team-building dinners, and professional development opportunities tailored to your needs.

**Why Join Us?**:

- We offer a supportive culture with a warm, caring team that supports and values new members.
- We offer unique programs with access to extraordinary learning experiences like swimming, pony rides, and outdoor explorations.
- We believe in creating and promoting growth opportunities with ongoing training in areas such as Auslan, neurodivergence, and developmental communication.
- We encourage celebrating diversity, and we want you to be part of a centre that honours and integrates diverse cultural celebrations into daily programs.
- We believe in strong leadership by making sure we have a team dedicated to your growth and success.
- We value Employee Wellbeing by giving you and your family access to the SONDER platform for 24/7 health and wellbeing support.

**Your Role**:
As a Casual Educator, you’ll be a vital part of our team, helping create a stimulating, engaging, and inclusive environment for the children in our care. Your responsibilities will include:

- Actively supervising children to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
- Delivering age-appropriate programs that inspire curiosity and foster learning.
- Building strong, open communication with families about each child’s development.
- Creating a positive, inclusive atmosphere where children and families feel they truly belong.

**About You**

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

- A Certificate III or higher in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
- A valid WWCC, First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, Sun Smart and Safe Sleeping Certifications (or willingness to obtain).
- A genuine love for working with children, building relationships, and making a meaningful impact.
- Availability Monday to Friday 6:30am to 6:30pm.

**Ready to Make a Difference?**:
At Ryan Road, every day is a chance to create magical moments for children and families while growing your career in early childhood education. If you’re excited about joining a welcoming, collaborative, and community-focused team, we’d love to hear from you.
- Mayfield Childcare Limited, its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have a zero tolerance for child abuse._
- Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all._
- Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land - the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present._