Little Zak’s Academy is a privately owned, family-run organisation committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care in a safe, welcoming, inclusive and nurturing environment.

Our vision is to nurture every child in a safe, caring and responsive environment where they can grow, learn and flourish, supporting families every step of the way.

Our passionate team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering quality education, building meaningful relationships with children and families, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

At Little Zak’s Academy, our values guide everything we do: Education Matters, Passion, Pride, Belonging, Teamwork, Optimism and Safety First. We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Lunch Cover Educator to join our Burwood team.

This is a permanent part-time position working Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will work 5-hour shifts, either 9:00 am to 2:00 pm or 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, depending on the operational needs of the service.

Why Join Us?

- We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program. Eligible team members at Little Zak's Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates. The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June 2028, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators. Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.
- Competitive remuneration depending on your qualification and experience
- Up to 50 percent staff childcare discount




- Paid wellbeing day each year for permanent staff (after 12 months)
- Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to $50 per month (gym, pool, wellness memberships)
- $1,000 employee referral bonus for each successful referral
- Employee Assistance Program via Sonder, offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support
- Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided
- Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training
- Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters
- Study support through Pay for Progression, including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs; apply)
- Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities

About the role:

- Cover educator lunch breaks across the service
- Facilitate the learning experiences for your allocated group of children
- Be part of a team-oriented teaching environment
- Maintain effective communication with the parents throughout the service
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs
- Create a friendly, secure and stimulating interactive learning environment
- Maintain positive working relationships with all team members
- Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times

About you:

- Certificate III qualified
- Current Working with Children Check




- Working knowledge of the National Quality Framework including: National Regulations, National Quality Standards (NQS), Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Nurture authentic connections with our children and families through interaction, curriculum and documentation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one

Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. The safety, rights and best interests of children are our paramount consideration. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where every child feels respected, protected, valued and empowered.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect or inappropriate conduct. We are committed to upholding the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and applicable Child Safe Standards, and ensuring all employees understand their responsibilities in maintaining a child-safe environment.

Our recruitment process includes rigorous screening and selection procedures, including comprehensive reference checks, Working With Children Checks, National Police Checks and other relevant pre-employment checks.

By applying for a position with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety and employment screening checks. Successful applicants are also expected to uphold our child safety policies and procedures, fulfil their reporting obligations and participate in mandatory child protection training.

We are an equal opportunity employer where diversity is embraced. We foster an inclusive workplace and encourage all suitably qualified candidates to apply.

📌 Early Childhood Educator | Lunch Cover | Monday to Friday 5 Hours Per Day (Burwood Heights)
🏢 Little Zak's Academy
📍 Burwood Heights