Casual Educator

Work across multiple Uniting Early Learning Services across Chisholm and Kambah in the ACT
- Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
- Base salary starting from $29.14/hr (depending on Qualification and experience) + 25% casual loading + Super

About the Opportunity
We are currently looking for experienced and passionate Educators and Early Childhood Teachers with a spark for the job, who enjoys working with infants, toddlers and preschool children. If you are a committed Educator that is not afraid to get on the children’s level and engage in play to provide both the support and hands on activities that children need to thrive - We want to hear from YOU
We want to continue to grow as committed teams of educators that provide a nurturing environment and quality programs that caters to the individual needs and interests of our children.
We work in partnership with families and the local community to ensure children feel safe, supported and secure as they develop positive self-esteem.
We are seeking an Early Learning Educators and Early Childhood Teachers to work on a casual basis and join our progressive teams across our two services in the ACT:

- Uniting Salem Early Learning (Kambah)
- Uniting Bunyarra Early Learning (Chisholm)

**Your key duties will include**:

- Aiding room leaders and ensuring children’s safety
- Supporting the ongoing development of the children
- Participating in all aspects of the daily running of the centre
- Fostering relationships with families and children throughout the centre
- Maintaining Work Health and Safety always
- Facilitating Play Based Learning

What do I need to succeed?
- Certificate III in Children's Services (minimum) OR Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching (for ECT's)
- Understand the National Quality Framework and ELYF
- Valid First Aid Certificate (required)
- Must hold a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)
- Strong interpersonal skills (approachable, go-getter, positive attitude)
- Reliable and adaptable team player, who is willing to work across the whole centre

Who are we?
When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.
We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.
Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders - past, present, and emerging - and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
What we offer you
- A range of shifts to suit your lifestyle
- A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
- Discounts and cash backs programs with major retailers
- Wellbeing programs including confidential employee assistance program available to you and your family members

**Click here to find out more about our great benefits**: Benefits of working at Uniting
What to expect
**Please know that employment with Uniting requires**:

- A National Police Check
- Valid working with Children’s Check
- First Aid Certificate
- Working Rights Check

How to apply