Creche Officer

• Be part of a supportive and passionate team committed to family-friendly services
• Deliver high-quality care and create a welcoming environment for children
• Enjoy flexible work options and a vibrant workplace culture

About us

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. Known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways, the area is vibrant and diverse, located just 6 kilometres from the Sydney CBD.

At the City of Canada Bay, our values underpin how we operate:
We act with integrity • We empower our people • We are respectful • We work together • We innovate

About the role

As a Crèche Officer, you’ll play an important role in providing a safe, engaging, and high-quality crèche service for our community. You’ll ensure a positive experience for both children and their parents while using our facilities.

This is a permanent part-time position working 15 hours per week, spread across 5 days (3 hours per day).

We have two positions available — one based at Concord and one at Rhodes.

On a daily basis, you will:

• Provide a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment for children aged 0–8
• Support the setup, delivery and pack-down of creche sessions
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards within the creche
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate effectively
• Work collaboratively with your team to plan and evaluate activities
• Assist in the coordination and smooth running of the service

About you

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about working with children and delivering outstanding customer service.

To be successful, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience working with children in a childcare or creche setting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A strong understanding of child safety practices and standards
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Preferred qualifications and requirements include:

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education (desirable)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
• Working with Children Check

What’s on offer

We are offering an attractive total remuneration from $56,618.75 to $65,092.27 pro rata (salary + 12% super).

Additional benefits include:

• A flexible, family-friendly work environment
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, Pilates and more)
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Access to ongoing training and professional development

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Kristy McDonald kristy.mcdonald@canadabay.nsw.gov.au or 02 9911 6321.

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How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online by completing the form below. Applications close 11:30pm, 11 September 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0238  or email  grace.aberin@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace. 

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups. 

Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks.