Early Childhood Teacher [casual positions]

Byron Bay, New South WalesPart-timeDescriptionWe are looking for:We are seeking passionate Early Childhood Teacher's and pedagogical leader's for Sandhills Early Childhood Centre. Casual positions available.We strive to nurture each child’s sense of belonging as a part of a strong connected community, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Sandhills is a vibrant and nurturing community with a focus on nature, sustainability, creativity and wellbeing. The image of the child is a fundamental motivation at Sandhills. Children are our primary stakeholders, and we are driven by their best interestsSandhills resides in the heart of Byron Bay, within walking distance of beaches, recreation grounds, coastal reserves, and the community library and gallery.You will work with a team of exceptional educators to implement the daily program in line with the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning framework. Our centre welcomes children from 0-5 years and you may work with any age group.You Will Havepassion to create a safe, respective and nurturing learning environmentdedication and commitment to developing the future of childrenenthusiasm to engage children and intentionally guide enriching-concepts, provocations, experiences and projectsformal qualifications (Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or Bachelor of Educator (Early Childhood and Primary))Please download the position description to read about the role in more detail and our selection criteriaWe operate 7.30am – 5.30pm, 50 weeks per year in the heart of Byron Bay in a beautiful setting.Who We AreWe are a not-for-profit service operated by Byron Shire Council. Byron Shire Council is focused on partnering with our community and offers pristine beaches, diverse lifestyles, a magnificent natural environment and a subtropical climate.Byron Shire Council has a high performance; collaborative culture and we value our employees.As a employee you would partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to reduce our carbon emissions and be an innovative and sustainable council.We provide a rewarding and flexible working environment and celebrate our values of:We lead with enthusiasm and purposeWe are open, honest and respectfulWe foster well-being and creativityWe achieve our goals and succeed togetherEnjoy Our Employee BenefitsWe have to offer:casual opportunities availableFlexible working arrangements Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a casual rate in the range of approximately, $57 to $66 per hour (dependent upon skills and experience)Educators also receive the Federal Government’s worker retention grant payment which equates to about $3/hourOther Benefits Include12% superannuation Access to Long Service Leave from 5 years' serviceEducation and training supportFlexible work hoursEmployee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)Fitness PassportHealth and Wellbeing daysOpportunity to work with an experienced and committed team! Location: This position is based at Council's Sandhills Early Childhood Centre in Byron Bay.ContactAshleigh Olive - Sandhills Director - 02 6685 8118Closing Date10pm (NSW time), Sunday 9 November 2025. Late applications will not be permitted.Position DescriptionDownload the Early Childhood Teacher - Position DescriptionWe believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of our community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working – including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.Pre-Employment Screening ProcessReference Checks: Referees will preferably be your current or most recent supervisor and must be able to comment directly on your abilities in a work situation. If you have any objection to this action, your concerns should be raised in your application and be discussed with the Selection Panel.Functional Health Assessment: If applicable, the functional health assessment evaluates your physical and functional capacity against the physical demands necessary to safely perform the job for which you have applied. Background Screening: Background checks verify the information you have provided in your application, and where applicable, also check for relevant criminal history. Checks may also include, for example, a confirmation of your employment history, qualifications/tickets and working with children clearance.How To ApplyPlease note: Once you start your online application you cannot save and return to it later. You must use your own email address and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with Council.Being mindful of diversity and inclusion we have provided 2 options to apply for the position.Option 1 - Written ApplicationYou may wish to prepare your responses in a Word document and then COPY and PASTE into the fields below.Step 1: Fill out our online application form below. Once you have completed all the questions, click 'Next'Step 2: Attach your resume/CV and a cover letter (optional). Once you have attached your document/s click 'Next'.Step 3: Please review your application and confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to send your completed application.You will receive an email to confirm your application has been received.Option 2 - Audio File ApplicationStep 1: Scroll down and review the Questions that you are required to answer.Step 2: Record an audio file of your responses and save the file (the file must be in an MP3 format and less than 50MB). Please note that all questions with a drop box or a check box as well as the reference checks details cannot be answered via audio file and must be completed below.Step 3: Fill out the Personal Details section and the questions that cannot be completed by audio file on the application form below. For all of the Questions where you are responding via audio file, type the response “audio file”. Once you have completed all the questions, click 'Next'Step 4: Attach your resume/CV, a cover letter (optional) and your audio file. Once you have attached your documents click 'Next'.Step 5: Please review your application and confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to send your completed application.You will receive an email to confirm your application has been received.Apply for this roleVisit siteShare