Casual & Contract Early Childhood Educators (OOSH)

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OOSH Casual & Contract Educator Opportunities Rosemeadow, NSW

🌿Job Summary

Willow Tree Kindergarten & WTK OSHC are currently seeking Casual and Contract Educators to join our Out-of-School Hours Care (OOSH) programs. You'll be part of a warm, community-driven team committed to providing high-quality education and care for school-aged children in our local public-school settings.

We are seeking enthusiastic, caring, and professional educators who are passionate about working with children and committed to creating fun, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences before and after school, during Vacation Care, and occasionally within our Long Day Care service.

🌿About the Role

You’ll support and deliver engaging play-based learning experiences for children aged 5–12 in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Working collaboratively with our team, guide children’s development through intentional teaching, programming, and meaningful relationships.

Hours of Operation:

**Before School Care:**6:30am – 9:00am

**After School Care:**2:30pm – 6:00pm

**Vacation Care:**Must be available between 6:30am – 6:00pm

**Long Day Care (as needed):**7:00am – 5:30pm

🌿Essential Criteria

Please address the following in your cover letter:

MinimumCertificate III in Early Childhood Education and CareorCertificate IV in School Age Education and Care (Unqualified applicants may be considered if they are the right fit or willing to further their studies)

Current HLTAID004(First Aid in an Education & Care Setting, including Asthma, Anaphylaxis and CPR)

Working with Children Check

Police Checkor willingness to obtain

Accredited Child Protection Certificateor willingness to obtain

Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and commitment to a child-safe environment

Experience in OOSH and/or Long Day Care settings

Experience with children with additional needs or behaviour support is highly valued.

Sound knowledge of the**National Quality Framework (NQF)**and relevant legislation

Familiarity with key learning frameworks, including:

**My Time, Our Place (MTOP)**for OOSH

**Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)**for Long Day Care

Confidence in programming and developing engaging, inclusive learning experiences

Interest in curriculum approaches such as:

STEAM(Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics)

Loose parts play

The Curiosity Approach

Project-based learning

Nature play and sensory exploration

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently and take initiative

A warm, enthusiastic and collaborative personality

Commitment to professional learning and continuous improvement

🌿Educator Benefits

Access to our brand-new Educator Resource Library & meeting space to support your planning, programming, and curriculum inspiration

Ongoing access to professional development, training, and sector updates

Opportunities to work across both OOSH and Long Day Care settings

Be part of a values-driven, supportive, and family-oriented team culture

🌿Ideal Candidate

Lives locally to Rosemeadow or surrounding suburbs

Available for split shifts or full-day programs during Vacation Care

Passionate about building strong relationships with children, families, schools and the wider community

Brings creativity, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with children

🌿How to Apply

Please submit:

A cover letter addressing the Essential Criteria

Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A brief statement on your motivation to join our team

Send applications to:oshc@willowtreekindergarten.com.au

🌿Next Steps

Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete a pre-interview form. We also love to meet face-to-face; you may be invited for a casual meet and greet at one of our services.

Please Note:

Only applicants who address the criteria will be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Genuine applicants only; we're seeking passionate educators ready to grow with us!

🌿We can’t wait to welcome outstanding educators into our Willow Tree family!