At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower kids through engaging activities in Before and After School Care and Holiday Programs.
- Company: Join Y Victoria, a vibrant community-focused organisation dedicated to youth empowerment.
- Benefits: Earn $40+ per hour, enjoy gym access, discounts for your kids, and flexible shifts.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with great career growth opportunities and commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience and skills.
- Qualifications: Must have or be working towards an ACECQA-approved qualification and First Aid certification.
The predicted salary is between 40 - 40 $ per hour.
Y Victoria is currently seeking Casual Educators for our Before and After School Care and School Holiday Programs within Bendigo. This is a casual position, with School Holiday shifts varying across 7am - 6pm. School Holiday programs will run between the 20th of December - 23rd of December & 4th of January - 27th of January. The hourly rate for the position is between $40 p/hour onwards (depending on your qualification & experience) + ECEC retention payment + 12% super.
As an Outside of School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator you will be dedicated to empowering young children and have a passion for providing engaging experiences. Supported by the OSHC team and an experienced Coordinator, you will enhance positive relationships with children, families and the school community while facilitating our Before and After School Care sessions and School Holiday programs.
Benefits
- Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state, including Peter Krenz Leisure Centre
- Discounts for your children to attend a Y Victoria OSHC service or Early Learning centre
- Dual staffing policy – when you work at a Y OSHC service, you will always work alongside a Coordinator or another Educator
- Supportive management teams – Coordinators and Regional OSHC Coordinators who work on the floor, mentoring and providing guidance to our teams
- Split shift allowance – if you work both before and after school in the same day, you’ll receive additional loading on all rostered hours for the day
- 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 – 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)
- Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting & Other Obligations
- Early Childhood National child safety training - Foundation training
- You’ll need to have, or be willing to obtain a valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check – employee check
Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Commitment to Child and Young People Safety
YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.
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 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.
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