Casual Early Childhood Educators

Job Title: Qualified Casual Early Childhood Educators

Salary field: Industry Standard rates apply

Job Summary:
Calling All Passionate Early Childhood Educators
Ready to inspire young minds and shape bright futures?

At Tradewind Australia, we're on the lookout for vibrant, caring, and qualified Casual Early Childhood Educators to join our growing pool of superstar educators

Whether you're looking to gain diverse experience, enjoy flexibility in your schedule, or simply want to make a real impact every day-this is your opportunity to thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.

• Work when and where it suits you
• Build lasting connections with centres across your community
• Be part of a team that truly values your passion and expertise

If you're ready to bring energy, creativity, and heart to early learning, we'd love to hear from you

Qualified Early Childhood Educators - Melbourne

Rate
Dependent on experience - above award rate

Benefits:

• Work with an organisation who is relentless in securing quality opportunities
• No joining fees
• Competitive casual hourly rates
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability
• Above award rates paid

About the Role:

Are you a qualified Early Childhood Educator with a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education? Looking for a flexible role that fits your lifestyle and fuels your passion for working with children?

Tradewind Australia is currently recruiting Casual Early Childhood Educators and Assistant Educators to support a variety of high-quality Early Learning Centres across Melbourne.

As part of our dynamic casual team, you'll have the freedom to choose when and where you work-all while making a genuine impact on young lives. This is your chance to bring joy, creativity, and care into the classroom and be the spark that lights a child's lifelong love of learning.

If you're ready to shape the future -- on your own terms -- we'd love to hear from you

Key duties:

• Engage with children in meaningful play-based learning activities.
• Implement and contribute to the delivery of educational programs that are aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in your care.
• Maintain accurate records of children's development and learning experiences.

Skills & Experience:

• Fully completed Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA equivalent)
• Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Do Food Safely Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Mandatory Reporting for Early Childhood (or willingness to obtain)
• A current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous experience working in a childcare setting is essential

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Passionate about early childhood education and care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A consistent willingness to get stuck in and show initiative
• Ability to work effectively as part of any team
• Strong understanding of EYLF and Child Safety Standards
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a casual capacity
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of educator for many schools and Early Learning Centres across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation of providing high calibre staff with fantastic contract and casual opportunities and helping to pursue a rewarding career. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website Alternatively, email your resume to ********** For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Early Years Team on ***

Commitment to Child Safety and Equal Opportunity

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Our Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct ensure a safe environment for all children, including those with a disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

All applicants will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including a Working with Children Check, and identity verification. We encourage candidates to highlight any experience working with diverse children and communities.

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and those with lived experience.