Assistant Educator

**Become part of Sparrow Early Learning Somerville Cottage
- where you’re more than an educator, you’re a magical spark lighting up little minds and bright futures**
- **Studio Assistant Educators | part-time & on-call casual**

**We’re on the lookout for Early Learning stars who**:

- Spark joy and curiosity in every little learner they meet
- Cheer on their fellow educators and help build a thriving community
- Are ready for a career filled with purpose, play, and professional growth

As an **Assistant Educator**, you’ll help shape vibrant, safe, and engaging learning environments where children feel welcomed and inspired. You’ll build strong, supportive relationships with children, families, and your team, contributing to a positive and collaborative workplace.

**Our values - Inspire, Nurture, Grow - guide everything we do**:
**Inspire** a love of learning through creativity and curiosity
**Nurture** every child’s wellbeing and potential through connection and care
**Grow** confident learners and strong, supportive teams

**What you’ll need**:

- **Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care**:

- **Strong knowledge & understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Play-based Child-led pedagogy**:

- **Current Working with Children Check**:

- Excellent communication & leadership skills
- Experience with Storypark is a bonus
- First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.

**The Sparrow Benefits**
- Competitive wages plus rewarding bonus programs
- Extra allowances for extra responsibilities
- Priority childcare access & up to 95% discount
- Awesome leave perks — including Birthday Leave
- Access compassionate, confidential support anytime with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid traineeships: Learn while you earn
- Generous rewards for employee referrals
- Celebrate milestones with tenure rewards
- Safe Sleep & Child Protection training on us
- Career growth and mentorship opportunities
- Access to online learning & professional development

When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued. If you’re passionate about making a difference in early education, we’d love to hear from you

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $32.45 - $40.56 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Referral program

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person