Educator Who Loves to Cook? Or Cook Ready for a Career in Early Childhood?
Join the team at Sparkways Early Learning Whittlesea
$45.52 per hour (including casual loading)
Are you an experienced Early Childhood Educator with great cooking skills?
OR
Are you an experienced Cook looking to combine your passion for preparing nutritious meals with working alongside children?
We’re looking for a flexible team member who can provide both Educator and Cook leave cover at our welcoming Whittlesea Early Learning Centre.
About the Role
Sparkways Early Learning Whittlesea provides long day care and integrated funded kindergarten programs for children from six weeks to school age.
As a Casual Educator/Cook, you’ll have the opportunity to work across both roles, supporting our team wherever you’re needed.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds (or is working towards) a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Has experience preparing healthy meals in childcare, aged care, hospitals or similar environments
- Understands food safety, dietary requirements and allergy management
- Loves working with children and enjoys being part of their daily learning and wellbeing
- Is available at least three days per week
- Can work 8-hour shifts between 6:45am and 6:15pm, including opening and closing shifts
- Is reliable, adaptable and happy to step into either Educator or Cook shifts as required
- Has strong references from previous employers
If people describe you as dependable, child-centred, positive, organised and a great team player, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Sparkways?
- Casual flexibility with the support of an established not-for-profit organisation
- Friendly and experienced leadership team
- Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
- Opportunities to work across both Educator and Cook roles
- FREE First Aid, CPR training and annual flu vaccinations
- Two tailored professional development days each year
- Career development opportunities across Sparkways services
About Sparkways Early Learning Whittlesea
Sparkways Early Learning Whittlesea is a welcoming, community-focused early learning centre where educators and children learn together through play, exploration and meaningful relationships.
Our programs support children from six weeks to school age, including integrated government-funded Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten delivered by experienced Early Childhood Teachers.
We believe every child deserves a strong foundation for lifelong success, and every educator plays an important role in helping children thrive.
How to Apply
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Questions?
Mami
employment@sparkways.org.au
0484 761 311
Child Safety
Sparkways is committed to child safety and the wellbeing of all children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating safe, inclusive environments for every child.
Sparkways is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability.
Are you ready to make your spark at Sparkways?
