Casual Early Childhood Educators Join a team where you can truly make an impact Are you passionate about shaping young minds and creating a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow? We’re looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educators to join our team on a casual basis. We are a growing early learning community with 4 long day care services and 2 sessional kindergarten services - each with its own personality, strengths, and sense of belonging. Our 4 long day care services are in Croydon, Lilydale, Mt Evelyn and Yarra Junction. Our Two sessional kindergartens are in Pakenham and Chirnside Park. About the Role As a Casual Educator, you will: · Provide high-quality care and education for children in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). · Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. · Create warm, engaging and responsive environments · Support engaging, play-based learning · Notice, listen, and reflect · Work as part of a collaborative team · Keep everyone safe and supported through compliance regulations and policies. What We’re Looking For · A genuine passion for early childhood education. · Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards). · Current Working with Children Check and First Aid/CPR certification. · Strong communication and teamwork skills. · Flexibility to work across different shifts and locations. Why educators love working with us: · Every service has its own identity- no cookie cutter approach. · Strong community connections – reminds you why you chose this sector. · Genuine partnerships with families -who appreciate your role. · A commitment to quality education- backed by passionate professionals. · Room to grow- space to deepen your pedagogy through professional development opportunities. What we offer · Competitive pay rates aligned with qualifications and experience · Salary packaging options (novated leasing, living expenses, entertainment benefits, and more) to help you maximise your take-home pay · Supportive, community-focused workplace with collaborative team culture · Subsidised training through Cire RTO to support upskilling and career growth · Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional wellbeing Essential Requirements Applicants must: · Hold an eligible Early Childhood qualification · Be eligible to work in Australia · Hold current First Aid and CPR certifications · Have a current Working with Children Check About Cire · Cire Early Learning is part of Cire Services, an award-winning not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering individuals and families. · Our vision is simple yet powerful: Communities where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. · When you join Cire, you’re not just taking on a role—you’re joining a supportive, values-driven community that prioritises your wellbeing and professional growth. For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact the People and Culture team on jobs@cire.org.au. Our Commitment to Child Safety Cire Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Victorian Child Safe Standards to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of children and young people is at the forefront of all that we do and every decision that we make. All staff members are responsible for understanding, implementing, and promoting our Charter of Commitment to Child Safety. This commitment is integral to our organisational culture and daily operations. As part of our dedication to child safety, all prospective employees must undergo a thorough screening process before appointment. Compliance with our Child Protection Program is a mandatory condition of employment at Cire Services
