Join Our Team at Jigsaw OOSH – Casual Educators Wanted!
Are you passionate about working with children and making a difference in their lives? Do you love creating fun, engaging, and educational experiences? Jigsaw OOSH is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Casual Educators to join our team and support our vibrant Out of School Hours Care (OOSH) program!
About the Role
As a Casual Educator, you will play a key role in delivering exciting and engaging programs for children in our care. You will support our permanent educators in providing a fun and stimulating environment while ensuring the safety and well-being of all children. We require a minimum availability of at least three afternoon shifts per week. During school term time: afternoon shifts range from 2:45pm - 6:00pm, with shifts being a minimum of 2 hours, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and actively engage with children in a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and group projects.
- Assist in planning and implementing age-appropriate programs that encourage creativity, teamwork, and personal development.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children by following health and safety regulations and OOSH policies.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff, fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment, including set-up and pack-up of activities and equipment.
- Follow all policies and procedures related to child protection, health, hygiene, and workplace safety.
What We’re Looking For
- A fun, energetic, and enthusiastic personality with a passion for working with children.
- Experience working with children (previous OOSH, childcare, or teaching experience is highly desirable but not essential).
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to different environments and work flexible hours.
- A commitment to child safety and well-being.
- Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to apply.
If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic and rewarding team, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $31.05 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently have a valid WWCC?
Work Location: In person