<p>We are seeking to appoint an extended hours care Educator to support the Early Learning Centre in the day-to-day running and delivery of programs for students attending the long day care sessional programs. In addition, you will support the Director of Pre-Prep with general administrative tasks.&nbsp;</p> <p>This is a permanent part-time position working Monday to Friday between the operational hours of 10:00am and 6:00pm, all year round. <i><strong>This position will commence in the 2026 calendar year as negotiated with the successful candidate.&nbsp;</strong></i></p> <p>Within this role, you will create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that are enriching, inclusive, and tailored to support the developmental needs of every child! With a <strong>passion</strong> for education and understanding the needs of students you will provide quality one-on-one and group learning experiences!</p> <p><i><strong>It is a mandatory requirement for this position that you hold a Working with Children Paid Blue Card and Certificate III of Children’s Services (Early Childhood).&nbsp;</strong></i></p> <p><i>At Somerville House, we are committed to child safety. Every staff member shares responsibility for creating a secure, respectful and supportive environment where the rights, safety and wellbeing of every child are prioritised and protected.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><strong>Somerville House Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>A dynamic, collegial and well-established working environment.</li> <li>Morning Tea Provided Fridays (during term-time).</li> <li>Staff Associate Program (2 events per term).</li> <li>Paid Professional Learning &amp; Development Meetings.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Please refer to the School’s website for the Educator – Extended Hours Care Position Description which outlines the application requirements and process.</strong></p> <p><strong>Applications for this position close 9:00am, Monday 12 January 2026.</strong><i> Somerville House reserve the right to contact suitable candidates prior to the closing date to schedule an interview. Previous applicants need not to re-apply.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><strong>About Us&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Somerville House is a day and boarding school for girls established in 1899, providing exceptional education for students from Pre-Prep through to Year 12, with a co-educational Pre-Prep offering. Somerville House students have the opportunity to participate in an extensive academic, sporting and cultural program, while receiving high standards in personal care and individual attention within the School community.</p> <p>The Early Learning Centre is an initiative of Somerville House, a Pre-Prep to Year 12 School of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association. The Early Learning Centre offers centre-based care for children 3 ½ to 4 ½ years of age 48 weeks of the year and includes a five day a week school term kindergarten program.&nbsp;</p>