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OverviewChild Care Assistant - Casual at Careers at CouncilBlacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 450,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.Working at Blacktown City Council provides opportunities to be part of a wide range of services and initiatives, with a focus on safe, inclusive, and high-quality care for children.About Kids'' Early LearningWe own and operate a childcare business, Kids Early Learning, with a portfolio of 31 childcare centres and over 40 family daycare educators. Kids Early Learning has approximately 300 staff and operates throughout the Blacktown local government area, serving over 2000 families and providing care and learning for children. For more information, please visit our website.About The OpportunityBecome a valued member of our compassionate Kids'' Early Learning team, dedicated to providing a nurturing space for children to learn and thrive. We are seeking enthusiastic Child Care Assistants to join us on a casual basis to create positive experiences for the children in our care. This position is responsible for assisting qualified staff to provide an appropriate and stimulating program of care and education, and to ensure the safety and well-being of the children.Join us in creating a joyful and supportive environment for children''s growth and development.EssentialQualifications and experienceExperience in the Early Childhood fieldCertificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Childrens Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)Completion of Child Protection Course - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harmCurrent certificate HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)Current certificate HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting or an Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Training certificate that meets the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Law 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulation 2018Working with Children Check clearance valid for paid workDesirableCurrent class C drivers licenceKnowledge of applicable legislation/regulationsRemuneration And BenefitsThe salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Councils Enterprise Agreement.Entry level for this position starts at $31.5079 per hour plus 25% casual loadingEmployee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 12% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.This position has been identified as child related work. Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. For further information, go to the NSW Service site for WWCC details.Our commitment to safetyBlacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase and via random and targeted testing. We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.Position DescriptionView or download the position description via the provided link in the original posting.Apply nowHave your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without logging out of the system.Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.Closing date: Friday 28 November 2025, 11:59 pmContact officer: Melanie Piefke on 9839 6440Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeCasualJob functionChild CareIndustriesGovernment Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr