Child Care Educator - Liverpool Hospital - Casual
South Western Sydney Local Health District
Posted 2 days ago
Requisition ID: REQ684004
Employment Type: Casual, up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $30.97 - $35.05 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 30/08/2026
Contact: Tara Nicholls - Director of Child Care - Email on [email protected] Or Call (02) •••• •801
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join a passionate team dedicated to shaping positive learning experiences for children, where your expertise will help foster growth, wellbeing and meaningful partnerships with families.
- Deliver high-quality education and care that supports each child's unique developmental needs, interests and strengths.
- Design and implement engaging educational programs informed by observations, assessments and learning outcomes.
- Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment that promotes confidence, wellbeing and a sense of belonging.
- Support and mentor educators to enhance professional practice, continuous improvement and quality outcomes.
- Build strong partnerships with families while maintaining high standards of compliance, safety and professionalism.
Are You the Right Fit?
We're looking for a dedicated early childhood professional who is committed to excellence in education, collaboration and child-centred practice.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and evaluate educational programs that support children's learning and development.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage effectively with children, families and colleagues.
- A collaborative approach with the ability to mentor, support and contribute positively to team performance.
- Commitment to inclusive practices that respect and celebrate the diverse backgrounds and needs of children and families.
- Sound understanding of regulatory requirements, quality frameworks, health and safety standards and continuous improvement principles.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
What would you do if you noticed something concerning about a child's safety or wellbeing?
- Tell me about your experience in early childhood and some of the duties you have completed?
- What are your strengths, skills do you hold as an educator?
- How would you support a child who is experiencing challenging behaviour?
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact ••••@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
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About South Western Sydney Local Health District
Welcome to South Western Sydney Local Health District - one of the largest health districts in the state.
The District's vision is to provide a healthcare service that is patient focused, equitable and responsive to the changing and developing needs of the communities in south western Sydney.
SWSLHD covers seven Local Government Areas from Bankstown to Wingecarribee and has a population of approximately 820,000 people.
The District is among the most rapidly growing populations in NSW and projected to grow to over more than a million people in the next decade. It is also a vibrant, culturally diverse region with almost a third of its population speaking a language other than English at home.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.