Casual Educator | Lucas & Lucas Rise | Journey Early Learning

Flexible Work. Meaningful Connections. A Career with Journey.

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator looking for flexible casual work where you can make a real difference in children's lives?

Journey Early Learning is looking for Casual Educators to support our Lucas and Lucas Rise centres in Ballarat. Whether you're a Certificate III or Diploma qualified Educator, this is an opportunity to join supportive teams, build meaningful relationships and create engaging learning experiences while enjoying the flexibility of casual work.

About the Role

As a Casual Educator, you'll support our centre teams to deliver high-quality Early Childhood Education and Care, helping children feel safe, supported and inspired to learn.

You'll have the opportunity to:
Support children's learning and development through engaging, play-based experiences

Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families and fellow educators

Contribute to learning environments that reflect children's interests, strengths and individual needs

Support daily routines, care and educational programs across different age groups

Work collaboratively with permanent educators and Centre Leadership to maintain quality practice

Adapt to the needs of each centre while contributing to a consistent, positive experience for children

Support inclusive environments where every child feels a sense of belonging

With opportunities to work across Lucas and Lucas Rise, you'll have the flexibility to build connections with different teams and gain experience across both early learning environments.

About Our Centres

Journey Early Learning Lucas and Lucas Rise are part of our Ballarat community, where children, families and educators are at the heart of everything we do.

Our teams are passionate about creating welcoming, inclusive environments where children can explore,



develop new skills and build confidence through meaningful play-based learning.

You'll be joining a supportive network of educators who value collaboration, strong relationships and quality Early Childhood Education and Care.

Why Join Journey?

Flexible casual work across Lucas and Lucas Rise

Professional development and opportunities to grow your Early Childhood Education career

Journey Academy learning and development opportunities

Supportive leadership and cooperative team environments

Opportunities to explore future career opportunities across the Journey network

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family

Be part of an organisation that values connection, growth and quality early learning

About You

We're looking for reliable, enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators who enjoy working as part of a team and are passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

You'll bring:
A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent

A valid Working with Children Check

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

National Child Safety (Foundation Module) training or willingness to complete

A genuine passion for Early Childhood Education and children's wellbeing

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Flexibility to work across different rooms, routines and centre environments

A positive, adaptable and collaborative approach

A commitment to creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments

Safeguarding

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. Our See, Act, Tell safeguarding framework empowers every team member to recognise concerns, take appropriate action and speak up to help create safe environments where every child feels protected, respected and heard.

If you're a Certificate III or Diploma qualified Educator looking for flexible casual work in a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your Journey with us!

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