Are you a passionate Educator looking for a casual role to support a better balance of work and life? Looking for a change of scenery from the classic ELC environment? Then you might just have spotted the perfect role for you.

What’s the Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for Educators to join our Creche/Occasional Care Limited day service at Y Leisure City in Epping on a casual basis from January 2025.

As a Creche Educator, you will have a genuine concern and interest in the wellbeing and educational needs of young children and will provide a high level of customer service and communication with parents and guardians.

This position is based at our Leisure City recreation centre in Epping, which operates a Creche/Occasional Care Limited day service. The service operates between 8:30am-1:30pm during school terms only.

As a valued member of the Y Team, you will:

• Work as part of a team to ensure high level care and supervision of children.
• Assist with routines such as nappy changing, feeding, toileting and tending to children’s needs as required.
• Liaise with parents and provide positive feedback regarding their child/children.
• Undertake general administration such as bookings, statistics, telephone enquiries, and contacting customers on waitlist as directed.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in our care.
• Set up and pack away equipment in accordance with room requirements.
• Complete general cleaning duties such as bathroom, toilets, toys and equipment.

For a detailed list of responsibilities please refer to the position description (copy link into your browser): https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/5ViqSP

Y Join Us?

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements.
• Free 24/7 gym membership. 
• Very welcoming environment. 
• Opportunities for career development and growth.   

Who on earth are we?

The Y Leisure City Epping is part of Y Whittlesea, a not-for-profit that happens to be part of the oldest youth organisation in the world and oldest social enterprise, where all profits go back into our communities. 

Situated in the heart of Epping, The Y Leisure City is an awesome recreational facility delivering programs and services in areas such as Aquatics, Health & Fitness and Sports & Recreation for all ages. Our Creche service offers a safe, fun and stimulating space for children 6 weeks to 5 years, offering flexible support for families.

What do we hope you'll bring?

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Current working with children check (WWCC) & Police Check (International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years).
• Cert III in Children's Services or Diploma in Children Services (Check ACECQA for a list of equivalent qualifications).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma qualifications (nationally recognised training).

Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out?

If you're excited to explore this opportunity, take the time to stand out. Submit your resume, answer a few questions on our application form, and if possible, send us a cover letter highlighting your greatness. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application.

If you have any questions about the role before applying, please contact sufana.amjadeen@YWhittlesea.org.au or call 03 9401 2222.

Applications close: 1/12/2024

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding at the Y

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser):

https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.