Casual Early Childhood Educator - Cert III or Diploma

Mitchell Early Learning Centre – Bathurst NSW

Casual Certificate III / Diploma Educator

Mitchell Early Learning Centre is a well-established, not-for-profit, community-based early learning service that has been providing high-quality education and care since 1983. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child is respected, valued and supported to thrive.

As a Child Protected Organisation, the safety, wellbeing and rights of every child are at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to the NSW Child Safe Standards and maintaining a culture where children are respected, valued, listened to and protected from harm.

We are proud to maintain educator-to-child ratios above the regulatory requirements, supporting educator wellbeing, strengthening child safety, and fostering genuine relationships with children and families.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certificate III or Diploma Qualified Educator to join our team on a casual basis. This role involves supporting the learning, development and wellbeing of children from six weeks to school age while working collaboratively with a friendly and experienced team.

Casual position

Position Details

- Casual position
- Immediate commencement available

About You

We are looking for an educator who:

- Demonstrates a genuine commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of children.
- Understands and actively upholds the NSW Child Safe Standards.
- Values children as capable, competent and active participants in their own learning.




- Acts at all times in the best interests of children.
- Builds respectful, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
- Works collaboratively within a team and communicates effectively.
- Takes initiative and contributes positively to the service.
- Has a genuine passion for early childhood education and care.
- Possesses basic computer literacy skills.
- Has previous experience working in an early childhood education and care service (desirable).

Essential Requirements

Successful applicants must:

- Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care recognised by ACECQA.
- Hold current Foundations of Child Protection and Child Safety training, including the required NSW Child Safe modules (including Modules 3 and 4), or be willing to obtain prior to commencement.
- Hold a current Food Handler Basics Certificate (or be willing to obtain).
- Hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and Education and Care Services National Regulations.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.




- Be reliable, motivated and committed to delivering high-quality education and care.
- Respect the rights, dignity, culture and diversity of every child and family.

Why Join Us?

We offer:

- A supportive, experienced and collaborative team environment.
- Above-award educator-to-child ratios.
- A strong culture that prioritises educator wellbeing.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Annual influenza vaccination (optional and provided by the service).
- Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities.
- On-site parking.
- Closure on all public holidays and 3 weeks over Christmas.

Child Safety Commitment

Mitchell Early Learning Centre is a Child Safe Organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe, child-friendly environment where children are safe, respected and empowered.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory child safety screening, including a valid Working With Children Check, reference checks, qualification verification and any other pre-employment checks required under legislation and organisational policy.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact(02) 6338 4***.

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📌 Casual Early Childhood Educator - Cert III or Diploma (Bathurst)
🏢 Mitchell Early Learning Centre
📍 Bathurst