Join our incredible team at Sparkways Early Learning Whittlesea!
Sparkways Early Learning Whittlesea is a welcoming and community-minded childcare centre that offers a safe and nurturing environment for children to explore, learn, and grow.
The centre offers programs for children from six weeks to school age, including long day care and integrated government-funded three and four-year-old kindergarten taught by experienced, qualified Early Childhood Teachers.
In our programs, educators and children are co-learners, embarking on a learning journey together. Children are encouraged, embraced, and supported to develop their unique strengths, abilities, and identities.
Click here to learn more about our centre:
https://sparkways.org.au/centres/whittlesea-childrens-centre
Available Position – Casual Educator (Certificate III or Diploma Qualified)
Some of our team members have recently moved into permanent positions, and we are now looking for enthusiastic and flexible casual educators to join our team and provide leave cover when required.
What we’re looking for
- Certificate III or Diploma qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards)
- Flexible availability across Monday to Friday
- Available for 8-hour shifts, at least three days per week
- Available for opening and closing shifts (service hours are 6:45am–6:15pm)
- Experience working with children aged 0–2 years is highly regarded
- Available to commence as soon as possible
We want to meet you if you
- Have a genuine passion for supporting babies and toddlers to thrive
- Understand safe sleep practices and the importance of responsive caregiving
- Value secure, respectful relationships with children and families
- Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a positive team
- Are reliable, adaptable and willing to support across different age groups when needed
- Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic to everything you do
- Want to grow your career within a supportive, values-driven organisation
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply
Click APPLY through the SEEK
Any questions?
Mami
employment@sparkways.org.au
0484 761 311
Our Wonderful Benefits
- Be part of an inclusive team while celebrating individuality
- Innovative learning environments where imagination, fun, learning and safety come together
- Wellbeing initiatives including FREE First Aid, CPR training and flu vaccinations
- Two tailored professional development days each year to support your professional goals
- Access to career development opportunities across Sparkways services
A Little Bit About Us
At Sparkways, we believe every child deserves a strong foundation for lifelong success.
Our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education that sparks curiosity, creativity and a love of learning in young children.
We are committed to creating safe, inclusive and stimulating environments where children can explore, play and grow.
We are here to spark change!
Learn more:
https://sparkways.org.au
Child Safety and Inclusiveness
Sparkways and all our Centres are committed to child safety. The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is reflected in our zero tolerance for child abuse.
All staff and volunteers have a moral and legal responsibility to ensure children are safe whilst involved in our care and programs. All children have the right to safety, security and protection from physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse and neglect.
Sparkways is a Child Safe and 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?
