Occasional Care Educator - Metro

What’S The Opportunity?

The Y Victoria is currently recruiting for a Casual Educator for our Occasional Care Program at our Metro Recreation sites - Ashburton Recreation Centre, Hawthorn Recreation Centre and Boroondara Sports Complex.

As an Occasional Care Educator, you will be dedicated to empowering young children and have a passion for providing engaging experiences. Supported by the OSHC and Recreation teams, you will enhance positive relationships with children and families within the community.

The hourly rate for the position is between $38 - $40 p/hour (depending on your qualification & experience) + ECEC retention payment + 12% super.

What’s in it for me?

At the Y Victoria, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work-life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state, including Ashburton Recreation Centre and Boroondara Sports Complex
• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

What will I need?

• You’ll need to have either completed or be working towards an ACECQA-approved qualification (see the link below) – or willing to enrol in a course
• You’ll need to have, or be willing to obtain a First Aid in an Education & Care Setting certificate (or equivalent)
• You’ll need to have, or be willing to obtain a valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check – employee check

There are a variety of qualifications that ACECQA has approved to work within OSHC ranging from education to community services to healthcare. Please copy the below ACECQA webpage into your browser to check your qualifications: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/qualifications/nqf-approved

How can I apply?

If this opportunity interests you, click the Apply button

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

At the Y Victoria, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au

About the Y Victoria

Our Vision is to inspire and empower young people and communities to thrive. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, Y Victoria delivers services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation and Youth Services.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.