Educator

At Mayfield West, you’ll be part of a close-knit team that genuinely values connection, creativity, and care. The service is known for its welcoming atmosphere, where educators build strong relationships with children and families and create engaging, play-based experiences that support each child’s development.

Why work at Mayfield West?

Strong community feel – you’ll quickly get to know the children, families, and your teammates

• Supportive team environment – leaders who prioritise collaboration, safety, and professional growth
• Variety in your day – from outdoor play and creative activities to supporting learning and wellbeing
• Purpose-driven work – make a real impact in children’s lives every day

About the Role

As a Casual OSHC Educator, you’ll:

• Create and support fun, age‑appropriate activities
• Actively supervise children to ensure a safe and inclusive environment
• Set up and pack down resources and equipment
• Build positive relationships with children, families and school communities
• Work as part of a supportive educator team
• Follow policies aligned with the National Quality Framework and safeguarding standards

Your role as an Educator

As part of the team, you’ll:

• Support before and after school care programs in a structured but flexible environment
• Encourage children to voice their ideas and help shape activities and experiences
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to create a strong community connection
• Help deliver engaging activities that promote creativity, movement and social development

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be someone who:

• Enjoys working with school‑aged children
• Is reliable, energetic and a team player
• Communicates positively with children and adults
• Understands the importance of child safety and wellbeing

Essential (or willingness to obtain):

• First Aid & CPR (HLTAID012)
• CHCPRT025 – Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk
• A qualification (or working towards one) in a children’s/OSHC related field
• Relevant experience working with children.

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate more than 80 sites, employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Commitment to Safeguarding

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. We embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept safe at all times. 

Safeguarding | The Y