Educator - ELC and OSHC

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YMCA Victoria is seeking passionate Casual Educators to work across its Early Learning Centres and Outside School Hours Care on the Surf Coast, including Torquay, Armstrong Creek and Bannockburn. The role offers variety, flexible daytime and after school shifts, and the chance to support children from infancy through primary school with potential for career growth within the organisation. What matters most is holding or being willing to obtain an ACECQA approved qualification, having First Aid in an Education and Care Setting, a valid Victorian Working with Children Check, experience with children, and a knack for programming, documentation, leadership and safety. Apply by clicking Apply and tailor your resume to highlight flexible availability, teamwork, programming experience and readiness for checks. YMCA Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and a Circle Back Initiative member, committed to responding to every applicant, with hourly rates from $40.58.

About You

Are you a passionate and adaptable educator who enjoys making a positive impact across different learning environments? We're looking for enthusiastic Casual Educators to work across both our Early Learning Centres (ELC) and Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) services.

This unique opportunity offers variety, flexibility, and the chance to support children from their early years through to primary school. Whether you're nurturing curiosity in an Early Learning Centre or creating engaging experiences in before and after school care, you'll play an important role in helping children learn, grow, and thrive.

If you're passionate about high-quality education and care, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and are looking for flexible work with opportunities to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Work Across Early Learning & OSHC?

• More Hours, More Earnings – Maximise your income with opportunities across daytime ELC, before and after school care, and school holiday programs.
• Flexible Work That Fits Your Lifestyle – Choose shifts that suit your schedule and enjoy greater flexibility across two service types.
• Variety Every Day – Work with children from infancy through to primary school, making every day engaging and rewarding.
• Build a Diverse Skill Set – Strengthen your experience in early childhood education, school-age care, programming, behaviour guidance, and family engagement.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Expand your experience, develop professionally, and create pathways to permanent roles within our organisation.
• Y Perks: Childcare discounts to attend a Y Victoria OSHC service or Early Learning centre. Savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits

You will be working across our Surf Coast locations – Torquay, Armstrong Creek and Bannockburn. This is a Casual role with an hourly rate from $40.58 onwards.

 What will I need?

• Hold or be working towards an ACECQA-approved qualification, or be willing to enrol in one. There are a variety of qualifications that ACECQA has approved to work within OSHC & ELC. Please copy the below ACECQA webpage into your browser to check your qualifications: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/qualifications-0/are-you-qualified
• Hold or be willing to obtain a First Aid in an Education and Care Setting certificate (or equivalent).
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee).
• Have experience working with children of any age group.
• Have experience with educational programming and documentation or willingness to learn.
• Be a natural leader who enjoys mentoring, supporting, and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Promote and advocate for children's health, safety, and wellbeing, treating every child's health as a top priority.

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. 

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.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv6C_FRRDLxR2DNVsZaPKsjIfQtyiLDTy