At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in delivering quality early childhood education and promote parent-child interaction.
- Company: Join 54 reasons, Australia's leading child rights organisation, part of Save the Children.
- Benefits: Generous salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with a focus on employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Minimum Certificate III in Children’s Services and experience with children aged 0-5.
The predicted salary is between 45.28 - 45.28 $ per hour.
Our Mobile Play2Learn is an outreach early childhood program that goes out into the community and supports families and children to reach their full potential. In this rewarding work environment, we need you to assist in the delivery of quality early childhood education and promote parent-child interaction. There’s a nice work/life balance with this position being comfortable hours across the week.
54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit. Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity. With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities. From our programs to our support services - this is the place to realise your purpose. A place to make a difference: In this casual position (potential workdays across Tuesday - Friday), you will support early childhood development and school readiness skills and will facilitate improved relationships between parents and children.
Working across different sites in Tara region as part of our mobile service, you’ll work in a team to create an environment of trust and respect with families and children. You’ll be part of our Mobile Play2Learn team and report to our Team Leader. You will make a difference by:
- Assisting to develop and deliver early learning programs
- Working within a team to ensure programs are age and developmentally appropriate
- Creating a welcoming and safe environment to encourage active participation
- Growing an understanding of early learning amongst families and sharing your knowledge with community members
A place to feel valued: You’re passionate about working with young children and parents and making a difference in their lives. Your sensitivity and community knowledge will see you build strong connections with families from varying cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. You’re motivated, eager to learn and not afraid to jump in feet first to help make our programs successful.
This role requires:
- Minimum Certificate III in Children’s Services or equivalent qualification
- Experience working with children 0-5 and families in a group setting
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Current valid driver’s licence
A place to belong: At 54 reasons, we invest in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs. It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:
- Generous award rate salary (Level 2.1 - $45.28 per hour) plus access full PBI salary packaging benefits
- Friendly and flexible work environment
- Opportunities to progress within one of Australia’s largest non-profits
- Support for workplace wellness, including access to our free, confidential Employee Wellbeing Program
- Celebrate and feel supported in your diversity.
We have a highly inclusive culture and diverse workforce reflecting the communities we serve, allowing you to bring your whole self to work (if that’s what you want!).
Does this sound like the place for you? We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.
Casual Child Development Assistant in Tara employer: Save The Children Australia
At 54 reasons, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people in Cairns. Our inclusive work culture fosters diversity and innovation, while offering generous benefits such as award rate salaries, relocation assistance, and individual learning plans to support your career growth. Join us in a role where your expertise will be valued, and you can truly make a difference in the community.
Contact Details:
Save The Children Australia Recruitment Team
