Casual Child Care Worker

- Join Willoughby City Council's established Children's Services team and help create safe, nurturing and engaging learning environments for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.

- Enjoy adaptable casual shifts that can fit around your lifestyle, with opportunities to work across Council's Children's Services.

- Hourly rate from $36.79– $39.89 (based on experience) plus 12% Superannuation.

Make a Difference Where You Work

Willoughby City Council is committed to providing high-quality education and care services that support children, families and the local community. Our Children's Services focus on creating inclusive, welcoming and engaging environments where children can learn, develop friendships and build confidence through play and recreational experiences.

We are seeking Casual Child Care Workers to support the delivery of innovative educational and recreational programs for primary school aged children. You will work closely with children, families and colleagues to create positive experiences while ensuring the well-being, safety and inclusion of all children in care.

Why Join Us?

Meaningful Work: Help create positive experiences that support children’s wellbeing, development and sense of belonging in a fun and inclusive environment.

Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative team that values creativity, teamwork and professional growth.

Work-Life Flexibility: Enjoy casual employment opportunities that fit around your study, family or lifestyle commitments.

About the Role:

As the Casual Child Care Worker you will:

- Provide a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for children aged 5 to 12 years.

- Interact with children in a positive, supportive and active manner.





- Support the delivery of educational, recreational and leisure-based programs aligned with the My Time, Our Place Framework.

- Build respectful and professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.

- Assist with the setup and pack down of daily activities and programs.

- Always maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and effective supervision.

- Maintain high standards of health, safety and hygiene.

- Assist with observing children's participation and contributing to program planning and evaluation.

- Where required, assist children with personal care needs.

- Follow all Council and Children's Services policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

- Attend training, workshops and team meetings as required.

What You’ll Bring:

- Qualification in OOSH, School Age Care or Early Childhood Education and Care.

- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place Framework for School Age Care.

- Awareness of cultural and linguistic diversity within the community.

- Computer literacy and basic administrative skills.

- Experience facilitating art and craft, music, movement, games and dramatic play activities.

Desirable:

- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).





- Understanding of multicultural and anti-bias approaches to early childhood education.

- Basic computer and administrative skills.

- Experience facilitating creative activities including art, music, movement and dramatic play.

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact: Yuki Takahashi Braybrook, Centre Supervisor at *@Willoughby.nsw.gov.au on +61 2 9777 7812

Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. The Position Description (PD) is located in the Job Attachments section of the job listing.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks

Applications close: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages.

If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.

📌 Casual Child Care Worker (Sydney)
🏢 Willoughby City Council
📍 Sydney