" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCasual Educator\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14235\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14236\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14237\"\u003e VIC Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14238\"\u003e Casual \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e25% casual loading on top of your base rate\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible casual shifts to suit your lifestyle\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunities to grow into permanent roles\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOne Tree Defence Childcare \u0026ndash; Puckapunyal\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c/strong\u003e Puckapunyal, VIC\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c/strong\u003e Casual Educator\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHourly Rate:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e$29.78 - $ 37.80 (Depending on experience)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e25% Casual Loading + Worker Retention Payment\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e_________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLooking for flexibility?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you\u0027re looking to pick up additional hours, balance work around study or family, or simply want more flexibility in your week, casual work at Puckapunyal could be the perfect fit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Join a supportive team where you can choose a work arrangement that suits your lifestyle while still doing meaningful work with children and Defence families.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eWhy you\u0027ll love being a Casual Educator at Puckapunyal\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003e25% casual loading\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Earn more on top of your base hourly rate\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eWorker Retention Payment\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Additional pay on top of your eligible rate\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible casual shifts\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Pick up shifts that work around your availability\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eNo two days are the same\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Work across different rooms, age groups and learning environments\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eOff-the-floor induction\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Get properly introduced to the service and team before jumping in\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eComplimentary uniforms\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; We\u0026rsquo;ll provide the essentials so you\u0026rsquo;re ready to go\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eSupportive leadership\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; You may be casual, but you\u0026rsquo;re still an important part of our team\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional development\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Continue building your skills and experience with One Tree\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eOpportunity to grow\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Interested in permanent hours down the track? There are opportunities to build your career with us\u003cbr\u003e \u0026#10003; \u003cstrong\u003eClose-knit community\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Work within a welcoming service supporting Defence children and families\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eAbout our service\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c/strong\u003ePuckapunyal One Tree Defence Unit Puckapunyal is located within the Puckapunyal Military Area, near Seymour in regional Victoria. Our 86-place long day care service supports Defence families and the local community, creating a welcoming and connected environment for children, families and educators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our service includes dedicated nursery, toddler and pre-kindergarten rooms, along with generous outdoor spaces where children have plenty of room to explore, play and learn. We\u0027re open from 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday, giving our casual team opportunities to support across a variety of shifts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working casually at Puckapunyal gives you the flexibility you\u0027re looking for without missing out on being part of a team. You\u0027ll work alongside experienced educators and supportive leaders while getting to know the children and families within our close-knit Defence community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With Seymour nearby for shops, caf\u0026eacute;s and everyday essentials, you can enjoy the benefits of working in regional Victoria while still being within reach of Melbourne.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible work. Supportive team. Meaningful days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Working with Children Check and Police Clearance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA flexible and reliable approach to casual work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfidence building positive relationships with children, families and your team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to recognise and build on children\u0027s individual strengths\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA genuine enthusiasm for supporting children\u0027s learning, development and wellbeing\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf this sounds like you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease send us a cover letter along with your updated resume to apply for this amazing opportunity.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWebsite:\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ewww.onetree.org.au\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003efor more information.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;_______________________________________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Tree is committed to equal opportunity, child safety\u0026nbsp;and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance for any kind of child abuse.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4475952\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "