Posted: 15/01/2026
Closing Date: 05/02/2026
Job Type: Casual
Location: Hamilton Indoor Leisure and Aquatic Centre
Job Category: Other
Band 3 - $ $34.73 excluding superannuation and casual loading
Working within the Southern Grampians Shire, the Occasional Care Educator is responsible for providing a high-quality, inclusive, and educational childcare environment. You will support the delivery of a program that meets the National Quality Standards (NQS) and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), ensuring that every child and family feels a sense of belonging and equity.
Key Responsibilities
* Educational Program & Practice: Design and implement play-based learning experiences that respond to the individual needs and interests of children. You will ensure the environment is physically safe and emotionally nurturing, fostering a space where diversity is celebrated.
* Compliance & Regulation: Maintain rigorous standards in line with the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the Children's Services Act 1996. This includes meticulous record-keeping, incident reporting, and maintaining health and safety protocols.
* Community & Family Engagement: Act as a professional and warm point of contact for families. We pride ourselves on our inclusive approach; you will work collaboratively with parents to support their child's development and provide updates that are transparent and encouraging.
* Health, Safety & Wellbeing: As a member of a Council committed to community safety, you will strictly adhere to Child Safe Standards. You will also support the broader Community Wellbeing team during periods of municipal necessity, maintaining a focus on the welfare of our most vulnerable citizens.
Benefits of working at Council:
* We encourage personal and professional growth
* We understand the importance of work / life balance
* We embrace change
* We are committed to providing a safe work environment
* We offer flexible work arrangements
Working at Southern Grampians Shire Council provides great work life balance, competitive remuneration, salary sacrifice, access to health and wellbeing programs, and access to further training and development opportunities. We are a child safe organisation.
Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Wallis Prophet, Community Wellbeing Coordinator via phone on
Full details of this position are in the position description attached below.
How to apply:
* Attach a resume and cover letter
Applications close: Thursday, 5 February 2026
Desired Skills and Experience
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is desirable.
Minimum qualification required is a Certificate III of Early Childhood Education and Care that is recognised under the Children's Services Regulations 2020 Experience working with children and families within an education and care setting
Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management qualifications as recognised under the Children's Services Regulations 2020
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