About the Opportunity

We are currently looking for a new and experienced team member with the right attitude, who has a passion to work with children, and who is committed to providing the support that children need to thrive in.

Uniting Early Learning are currently seeking a dedicated casual Educator to join their team to work at our Mawarra Outside of School Hours Center based in Elderslie. We want to continue to grow as a committed team of educators that provide a nurturing environment and quality programs that caters to the individual needs and interests of our children.

Successful candidates will be required for both morning (before school), and afternoon shifts and vacation care (during the school holidays). We are looking for someone who is available on a permanent part time basis.

What you’ll be doing in this role

As an Educator, you’ll provide quality education and care to children to help support and facilitate their learning outcomes in accordance with the National Quality Standards and learning framework

Your work may include:

Developing positive relationships that support children, their families and community.
Facilitating play-based learning environments that are responsive to children’s interest, strengths, and abilities.
Documenting children’s learning through observations and assessments against learning outcomes

Who we’re looking for

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, with previous on the job experience (preferred)
Be passionate about working with children of all ages.
A work history that demonstrates, programming,



writing learning stories and supporting the planning of a successful curriculum using the Early Years Learning Framework (National Standard)
Have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, families and community members
You’ll be adaptable, empathetic and resourceful, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

We’ll create a better future for you

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we support them to grow and develop to be their best through our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great perks and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation. Together, we can build a better future for the people and communities we serve, and for you.

About Uniting Early Learning

At Uniting, we believe in taking real steps to make the world a better place. We work to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We come from a belief that the power of inclusivity and community is the key ingredient to creating an environment where children can grow and flourish.

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
Full COVID-19 vaccination (3 doses).

How to apply

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

📌 Educator Mawarra OSHC (Elderslie)
🏢 Uniting
📍 Elderslie