About Us

Communities at Work is Canberra's largest Early Education and Care provider, operating numerous Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) services across Canberra. These services provide before and after school hours care, and school holiday programs. Our services focus on children. We place each child at the centre of our practice and deliver high-quality programs to foster children's emotional wellbeing, social skills, communication and confidence.

To learn more about us, visit commsatwork.org

About the Role

We are currently looking for Casual/Part-time Educators to work in our Out of School Hours Care services with children in Preschool - Year 6.

With multiple locations in schools across North and South Canberra, we have a place for you close to home. Our services operate between 7 am and 9 am in the mornings, and between 2 pm and 6 pm in the afternoons, 5 days per week.

A role in Out of School Hours Care will also provide you with the opportunity of working within our School Holiday Programs, where you are able to engage in exciting programs and activities.

Why Join Our OSHC Team?

Multiple OSHC locations across Canberra.

Flexible hours that fit around your studies and commitments.

Good pay rates and a supportive workplace where you can grow.

No weekend or night work – your Saturdays and Sundays are free!

Make a real impact by supporting children to learn, play, and grow.

Duties

Prioritise the health and safety of the children in care.

Prepare afternoon tea and support the needs of children.

Build relationships with children and families.

Be involved in play-based learning in a fun and supportive environment.

Job Requirements

Must hold or have applied for a "Working with Vulnerable People" registration.

Ability to travel to a range of our centre locations.

At least 3 days a week availability for shifts.

A First Aid certificate will be highly regarded.

At least 18 years or older.

Benefits

$52,940.87 per annum (prorated for part time hours) + Super+ Salary packaging.

Make a difference and help others as part of Canberra's largest community organisation.

Join an inclusive and friendly workplace, where people are at the heart of everything.

Flexible options for study leave, leave concessions, paid parental leave, and more.

Reimbursements for lifestyle & healthy activity programs (including gym membership, remedial massages, and more).

Guidance and support for mental health through our Employee Assistance Program.

Improve your take-home pay through salary packaging. Communities at Work has charity status, which means employees can enjoy a $15,900 tax-free cap on rent, mortgages, groceries and other expenses.

Up to 95% discounts on enrolment gap fees in early education and care, out-of-school hours care, and school holiday programs. (Conditions apply)

Apply Now

Click APPLY or call us at 02 6293 6200 for a confidential chat. Please include a cover letter. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, age groups, abilities, and cultures.