About the role:

This is a casual position to join Uniting’s casual pool of Children’s workers to support our supported playgroups in Sydney Southwest. Base hourly rate $33.93 plus casual loading.  

About Uniting:

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

About the opportunity:

Uniting is seeking an experienced Children’s Worker to join our team in Cabramatta NSW. This position is supporting a school readiness playgroup and will work with families to support children’s transition into formal learning as well as working in supported playgroups with vulnerable and disadvantaged families 0-5 years. As a Children's Worker for our Supported Playgroup - School Readiness Program, you'll collaborate with our dedicated team at the Cabramatta Multicultural Family Centre. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating developmentally appropriate activities for children and families.
• Facilitating engaging group sessions and assisting with setup and cleanup.
• Supporting children's transition to formal schooling.
• Conducting child assessments and referrals.
• Collaborating with parents and caregivers.

Your Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience working with young children.
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse groups.
• Organisational skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Driver's license and reliability.
• Current NSW WWCC

Benefits and culture

Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more.

• Welcoming you exactly as you are
• Base rate $33.93 per hour plus casual loading
• Wellbeing programs – fitness passport
• Access to Uniting’s URewards program
• Career development opportunities
• Amazing workplace culture 

Should you have any questions, please contact Belinda Condon from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at bcondon@uniting.org

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.  
 

Closing date: 11:55pm, Wednesday 20th November 2024