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Creche Assistants - Part Time

North Sydney Council

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  • North Sydney New South Wales Australia
  • Part Time
  • $31.04 to $40.15 ph + super + transport allowance
28 Jun 2026
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Description

She's back! Be part of something extraordinary at Sydney’s most iconic aquatic and leisure facility. 

This is your chance to dive in and be part of the next chapter at North Sydney Olympic Pool - a world-class aquatic and fitness destination beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Following her redevelopment, this Australian legend is set to redefine leisure industry excellence, and we’re seeking passionate individuals to help shape the culture and deliver outstanding experiences for our community.

North Sydney Council proudly owns and operates North Sydney Olympic Pool as part of its commitment to the vibrant North Sydney local government area on the city’s picturesque lower North Shore. With around 400 employees supporting 77,000 residents across 10 square kilometres of harbourside land, Council is committed to creating exceptional places and services that bring people together.

You’ll join a dedicated team working in a safe, inclusive environment - where both staff and the community can thrive. 

The role 

We are currently seeking 4 x Part Time passionate and dedicated Creche Assistants to join our new North Sydney Olympic Pool (NSOP) team. The successful applicants will assist the Creche Team Leader in the daily tasks of running the creche whilst providing a safe, enjoyable, and engaging environment to all children. As a Creche Assistant, you will provide care and supervision to all children and assist with the daily programming of activities.

This role provides additional opportunities to participate in peripheral programs such as birthday parties and vacation care. This is an exciting and unique chance to be part of the core team that welcomes the North Sydney community back into the pool. You will be an original member of one of Sydney’s most iconic sites, making a difference and contributing to the establishment of NSOP as a friendly hub for the North Sydney community.

The person 

Creche Assistants provide exceptional childminding services whilst sharing responsibility for the safe supervision and operation of the creche. This role will suit a person with demonstrated experience in childcare, with a focus on safety, and a commitment to Child-Safe Principles.

The ideal applicant will be passionate, people-focused, and reliable whilst possessing excellent communication skills, a good sense of humour and imagination. Creche Assistants will be in their element when creating and maintaining positive relationships and thrive when engaging in activities which support the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each child. A desire for continuous learning and a demonstrated ability to be flexible and work with others to achieve best practice outcomes will be highly regarded.

When you join North Sydney Council you become part of a team that is dedicated to providing a wide range of quality services to North Sydney residents and the larger community. Our aim is to ensure the revitalised NSOP meets these same standards and delivers an outstanding complex to its visitors, where the customer experience is regarded as highly as the breath-taking views.

Essential Criteria 

  • Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
  • Commitment to Child-Safe Principles
  • Knowledge of and ability to plan and implement age-appropriate activities for children.
  • Demonstrated experience in providing quality care for children.
  • Be able to satisfy the requirement of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 and Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulations 2013 and provide a current NSW Working with Children Clearance; and adhere to Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

Desirable Criteria 

  • Current Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting or equivalent.
  • Child Protection Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
  • Certificate III in Children’s Services or equivalent / equivalent relevant experience.
  • Experience and knowledge of local government practices, regulations, and policies.
  • Additional experience or qualifications in the leisure industry, such as certifications in business management, fitness, customer service or swimming, are advantageous.

Why work at NSC? 

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and positive workplace. Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate, and we value the unique contribution each member makes to the North Sydney Council. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.

Through North Sydney Council and NSOP, permanent staff have their essential training and recertification paid for.  Staff also have access to a range of resources and opportunities for staff to thrive both personally and professionally, with the goal of aligning individual career goals with organisational objectives.  You will have access to training programs that encompass a variety of formats including workshops, seminars, online courses and more, catering to different learning styles and preferences.  North Sydney Council can also provide financial support and/or study leave to staff pursuing relevant external education (including undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications).

You’ll have access to:

  • Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund
  • Access to a holistic health and well-being program and Fitness Passport
  • Access to employee recognition and reward program
  • Weekly fruit baskets
  • Free access to counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Free financial advice by a certified Financial Planner
  • Monetary transport allowance
  • Close locale to transport options including train, bus, metro and bike ways 

Apply now to become part of something legendary!

  • Hourly rate from: $31.04 to $40.15 per hour + 12% superannuation + transport allowance 
  • 4 x roles - Permanent Part Time 15 hours per week 
  • Shifts will be between Monday to Saturday from 8:30am to 1:30pm  
  • Weekend penalties apply

Please noteThese positions will commence from Monday 03 August 2026

To view the Position Description, Click Here 

Essential Requirements

Desirable Criteria

Application Instruction

  • Applications must include a resume
  • Attach a cover letter addressing all essential and desirable criteria (see above)
  • Answer the screening questions contained in the application process below

It is an essential  requirement of this role that a Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC) is conducted. It is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Closing Date: 28 June 2026 - 11.30pm 

North Sydney Council is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in order to  provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. North Sydney Council also adheres  to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. We strongly encourage candidates from wide-ranging backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply. 

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