Educator (Part-Time) – Busy Bees at Castlemaine
Hourly Rate: $29.57 – $36.41
Location: 104 Johnstone Street, Castlemaine VIC 3450
Licensed Capacity: 80 places
Busy Bees at Castlemaine is seeking a passionate and dedicated Part-Time Educator to join our warm, community-focused team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator who values meaningful relationships, quality practice, and a supportive workplace where your contribution truly matters.
Set in the heart of Castlemaine, our centre offers a welcoming environment with strong family connections and a collaborative team culture—perfect for educators seeking balance, purpose, and professional growth.
About the Role
As a Part-Time Educator, you will play an important role in supporting children’s learning and wellbeing. Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the delivery of play-based learning aligned with the EYLF
Building strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Contributing to planning, observations, and documentation
Supporting daily routines and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment
Working collaboratively with your room team to uphold the National Quality Standards
Bringing enthusiasm, professionalism, and care to your daily practice
What You’ll Need
Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
Experience working with children in an early learning setting
Knowledge of the EYLF and NQS
Current Working with Children Check (Employee) – VIC requirement
Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach
A genuine passion for high-quality early childhood education
Key Benefits
Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive:
Laundry allowance and annual Uniform allocation
Generous Childcare Gap Fee discounts for permanent staff
Opportunities for professional development with a leading global early learning organisation
A chance to build and showcase your skills within a supportive team
Access to the Busy Bees learning and development platform
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunity to participate in the Global Talent Exchange Program
A supportive, inclusive workplace culture
Why Busy Bees at Castlemaine?
Our Castlemaine service is known for its close-knit team, strong community engagement, and welcoming atmosphere. You’ll be supported by caring leadership and surrounded by educators who value collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.
This is an ideal role for an educator seeking part-time stability while making a meaningful impact in a nurturing learning environment.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to join a supportive team and contribute to high-quality early learning, apply today.
Join Busy Bees at Castlemaine and grow your career in a centre that values you.
Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.
We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.