Vacation Care Educator

Newtown Geelong Casual School Holidays Flexible Working Hours

Are you passionate about working with children and creating fun safe and engaging environments where they can learn grow and thrive

At The Y every interaction helps strengthen our community. Were seeking enthusiastic and caring Vacation Care Educators who share our values of Caring Honesty Respect Responsibility and Safety and are committed to delivering exceptional School Holiday programs.

In this rewarding role youll help deliver exciting play-based experiences that support childrens wellbeing development and sense of belonging. Working alongside a supportive team youll contribute to creating positive memories while ensuring every child feels valued supported and safe.

If youre looking for meaningful work where no two days are the same wed love to hear from you.

As a Vacation Care Educator you will:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive play-based activities
• Support childrens wellbeing routines and individual needs
• Foster positive relationships with children families and colleagues
• Create safe welcoming and well-supervised environments
• Assist in maintaining compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to high-quality our School Holiday programs

Were looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates a commitment to The Ys values of Caring Honesty Respect Responsibility and Safety
• Has a genuine passion for working with children
• Communicates effectively and works well within a team
• Is reliable proactive and committed to delivering quality care
• Understands and follows policies procedures and safety requirements

To be eligible for this role you must hold:

• An ACECQA-approved Certificate III qualification or higher
• Current First Aid (HLTAID012) certification renewed every three years
• Current CPR (HLTAID009) certification renewed annually
• A valid Working with Children Check (Employee)

The Y is a global organisation that works locally to develop stronger communities through leadership opportunities partnering with other community private and government organisations and addressing social change in over 120 countries worldwide. The Y Geelong is a for-purpose not for profit community organisation celebrating 70 years of servicing the community across recreation camping youth and childrens services.

Why Join The Y

• Flexible working hours during school holiday periods
• Gain valuable experience working with children and families
• Be part of a supportive and purpose-driven team
• Make a meaningful difference in your local community
• Develop your leadership and education skills in a rewarding environment
• Employee Assistance program
• Employee Access to Y services and discounts
• Ongoing Training and Career Development
• Staff immunisation Program

At the Y we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe at the Y in their families and in their communities. As such we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes click here to view our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and to learn more about YMCA Empowering young people and about our screening processes view Child Safety Resources: Geelong Board and Management are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people in accordance with our Child Safety and Wellbeing framework. All applicants must undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement including but not limited to:

• a national criminal history check;
• an international criminal history checks where applicants have worked overseas;
• holding or obtaining a valid Working with Children Card;
• Three reference checks.

The successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Child Safety and Well-being Policies and practices which include: Child Safety and Well-being induction annual SCYP training programs & committing to upholding the safety and well-being of children and young people throughout terms of employment.

Apply today and help create safe inclusive and memorable school holiday experiences that make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.