Casual Children's Services Assistant

• An exciting opportunity to support children and families through safe, high-quality programs including playgroups and events
• Be part of a close-knit team at a progressive Lower North Shore council
• From $38.90 per hour including casual loading

Why Apply? 

Join us in creating a vibrant, progressive and sustainable community.  

We are an innovative and progressive lower north shore Council with a rich history dating back to the 1890s and many heritage-listed sites. With an abundance of amenities and attractions, this area has something to offer everyone.   

We are a smaller Council, offering diverse and rewarding work. As a Casual Children’s Services Assistant you will be part of a small but ambitious Council, supporting our greatest asset- our community.  

This role will provide you with the opportunity to utilise your skills in the area of Children’s Services to support the facilitation of high quality programs in particular playgroups and events in accordance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.

 Why You’ll Like Working Here  

At Mosman Council, we are committed to our community and its environment and provide our employees with the same level of commitment and care. 

As a member of a close-knit team you will experience a connected and supportive environment.  

The team you will join is welcoming and knowledgeable and ready to collaborate to continually improve our systems and processes.  

We are proud to be recognised as a leading employer, having recently won the Xref 2025 Best Workplace Award and the Xref 2025 Change Champion Award, which celebrate excellence in people management and positive workplace transformation.

 What You’ll Be Working On  

• Supporting the delivery of Council’s children’s programs, helping to ensure activities are safe, well organised and enjoyable
• Working closely with the team to assist with planning, set-up, delivery and review of programs and activities
• Engaging respectfully with carers, responding to enquiries and sharing information, support or referrals as needed
• Assisting the Community Development Officer (Children and Families) to promote programs and activities through day-to-day communication and support
• Following confidentiality, child safe and professional practice requirements at all times

What You’ll Bring to the Role 

You will bring tertiary qualifications in early Childhood Education (minimum Certificate 3 in Early Childhood ) or related field.

You will have demonstrated experience working with children and families in a professional context, with the ability to establish positive rapport with children, young people, and their families.

In addition to the above, you will also hold a current first aid certificate and asthma and anaphylaxis certification.

The position is identified as a Child-Related position under the Commission of Children and Young People Act 1998 and the successful candidate is required to hold a valid Working With Children Check.

How to Apply 

• Apply now by completing the online application form below. You can save your application and come back to it later. 
• Please answer all required questions and demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. 
• Upload your Resume/CV and any relevant documentation (Word, PDF or JPEG format only)
• For further information about the role, please contact Rebecca Carr on 9978 4142 during business hours for a confidential discussion or see the attached Position Description. 

Applications close:    11.59pm, 1 March 2026
 

Mosman Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. 

Mosman Council is committed to creating safer communities for children and young people