Join Our Team as an Assistant Educator – Inspire, Empower, and Thrive

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families? Looking for a role where every day brings creativity, connection, and purpose?

At the Y, we’re seeking an enthusiastic OSHC Assistant Educator who is committed to enriching children’s lives through learning, play, and positive experiences.

About the Role

We’re currently recruiting a Part-Time OSHC Assistant Educator for our Taylor Primary School OSHC who thrives in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

In this role, you will:

• Create engaging, play-based learning experiences for primary school-aged children

• Foster a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment

• Support children’s development through meaningful interactions and activities

• Work as part of a supportive and passionate team

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine passion for working with children and families

• Energy, enthusiasm, and a positive, team-focused attitude

• Creativity and initiative in planning inclusive activities

• A willingness to learn and apply key frameworks, including:

  • National Education and Care Law

  • National Quality Framework (NQF)

  • My Time, Our Place Framework

• A strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing

What We’re Looking For

• Availability across the week of:

  • 7:00am – 9:00am

  • 2:30pm – 6:00pm

• Experience working or volunteering with children

• Valid driver’s licence

• Foundations of Child Safety Training Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

• Current Paid ACT Working With Vulnerable People card (WWVP)

• Knowledge of educational frameworks (desirable but not essential)

Why Join the Y?

At the Y, we value our people and are committed to creating a workplace where you can grow and thrive.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• Workers Retention Grant supporting job stability and growth

• Health and wellbeing support including free flu shots and 24/7 counselling via Telus Health

• Career development with access to industry-leading training and certifications

• Employee discounts through Y Thanks and 20% off childcare and accommodation

• Paid training and onboarding from day one

• WWCC and WWVP renewal reimbursement for eligible staff

• Medibank corporate health cover with a 9% discount

• Access to the Beny platform supporting physical, mental, social and financial wellbeing

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

The Y Canberra Region has a commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable people first and foremost in all of our programs and activities. We have extensive Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy and Procedures which help us to continually embed a safe culture. The safety, health, and wellbeing of our participants is our paramount consideration in all decisions, actions, and practices within Y Canberra Region’s services. To find out more please visit:  Safeguarding-Policy-2020-1.pdf

Important Information

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in Australia without sponsorship

• Pre-employment checks include:

  • Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)

  • International Police Check (if applicable)

  • Two verbal reference checks

Applications close on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 at 11:59 PM, unless filled earlier.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping young minds and creating a positive, supportive community.