Child Care Worker – Crèche

Our aspiration is driven by an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of services we provide to our diverse and spirited community. Since the 2022 flood events, Council has continued to showcase our collective strength in partnership with the community, to lead the recovery efforts. Our journey has taken us far, and today, Lismore is starting to thrive again. It is time for people who live, work and play in the region to enjoy and celebrate all the things we love about Lismore, to Back Lismore.

We #backlismore careers and embrace those who bring fresh perspectives and unique talents, making our journey toward greater success all the more vibrant and rewarding.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Child Care Worker to join our GSAC team on a permanent part-time basis working 15 hours per week. 

The Child Care Worker - Crèche  is a key member of the professional staff at the Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre. This position plays a vital role in directly supervising all aspects of the GSAC Crèche.

What we can offer you 

• Salary from $26.54 an hour plus superannuation

• Flexible work options working within operational requirements. 

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. 

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

What we trust you to deliver 

• Supervision and care of children

• Provide a caring and interesting environment for the children

• Ensure a high standard of hygiene

• Ensure the crèche is always clean and tidy

• Keep accurate attendance records of all children attending the crèche

• Work with the Duty Manager & Operations Manager to ensure all WHS and compliance requirements for the GSAC Crèche facility operations are met.

What you'll need to be successful

• Certificate III in Child Care (Desirable)

• Currently hold, or are willing to undertake, a Working with Children Check

• A positive, friendly attitude

• Initiative and capacity to work with minimal supervision

• Certificate in First Aid & CPR

We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us.

Please review the position description and utilise your resume and application responses in the application form below to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.

Applications close on Friday 10 May 2024 at 4pm.

Additional details

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Cassandra Slater, Operations Manager (GSAC), on 0418 212 510.

Prior to employment, a series of pre-employment evaluations may include but not limited to; health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history verification, psychometric assessments and reference checks.

In accordance with the requirement for ‘Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working With Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the ‘Clearance to Work with Children’ provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children's Guardian website.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We are also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process to support applicants with a disability. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact People and Culture team on 02 6625 0500 or email people@lismore.nsw.gov.au