Casual Educator

Are you ready to lead with heart and make a lasting impact on children’s lives? At Paradise Kids Children's Centre, we’re searching for a passionate and empathetic Casual Educator to guide our team and nurture a warm, home-like environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn.

**Why Work With Us?**

We treasure our team as much as the children we care for. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive, empowering, and inspiring workplace where you’ll thrive both personally and professionally. Here’s what we offer:

- Professional growth with ongoing mentoring, in-service support, and professional development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
- A Great Work-Life Balance Enjoy childcare discounts at our centres with a company who really do believe in family first.
- Supportive Leadership. Be guided by a compassionate leadership team dedicated to your growth and success.
- 24/7 access to wellbeing resources for you and your family through our partnership with Sonder for your health, safety, and personal wellbeing.
- A constant celebration of success in a close-knit, collaborative team that celebrates milestones and achievements through team-building events like Christmas parties and success celebrations.
- Made up of beautiful spaces, this historic centre has large outdoor play areas, a vegetable garden for children to grow and learn, and local excursions that strengthen community connections.

At our Centre, our Casuals are not just part of a team— they’re the beating heart that keeps everything going, the champions that allow us to continue to build and nurture a culture built on trust, respect and authenticity. Our team value and support each other and celebrate together every step of the way.

**Why Us?**

More than a childcare centre, our Centre is a ‘Home Away from Home’. We embrace diversity and inclusivity, celebrating cultural events and incorporating families’ unique traditions into daily programs. Guided by our four pillars, our approach ensures:

- ** Connected by Community**: We build strong relationships with families and the local area.
- ** In Safe Hands**: Every aspect of our practice prioritises safety and wellbeing.
- ** Quality Education You Can Count On**: Tailored programs support every child’s development.
- ** Home Away from Home**: Intimate, nurturing spaces where children feel they belong.

**What We’re Looking for in You**

You are a passionate, energetic, and skilled Educator ready to create meaningful experiences for our children and families. Your ability to demonstrate genuine care makes you the perfect fit.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

- Minimum Cert III or equivalent in Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Valid Working with Children Card and current First Aid or CPR Certificate.
- Knowledge of **Child Safe Standards**, EYLF, and NQS.
- Training in child protection, Red Nose, and food safety (or willingness to obtain).
- A proactive, collaborative spirit with a passion for excellence in early education.
- Full Availability Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm (preferred)

**Be Part of Something Special**- 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._