A career that makes you feel passionate and committed is truly special. Childcare is one of those careers, but it’s important to balance work with personal life. Luckily, there are various roles within childcare that can fit your needs, whether you want full-time, part-time, or casual hours.
Traditional 9am – 5pm work has been around for a long time, but many people find that this doesn’t work with their lives and needs. Thankfully, a job in childcare doesn’t necessarily mean those are the hours you would work — even full time.
Childcare requirements can begin as early as first thing in the morning through to dinner time. This means that childcare workers often get to work shifts that involve a range of hours during the day.
In a long day care facility, you might have a rotating schedule that enables you to have flexibility in your life. You might work some mornings, then do some afternoons for example. This can be great for finding a balance with your personal commitments.
Parents can often find that there are hours available to allow them to work around their own children’s arrangements.
As a family day care worker, you could be choosing all your own hours and work as your own boss which can add even more flexibility to your lifestyle. In this childcare role, your hours would be based on the requirements of your clients.
Employment in early childhood roles can be on a permanent full-time basis, part-time hours or even casual if you prefer.
No matter what your lifestyle is, there’s a childcare role with hours that fit your needs. With a career in early childhood education, you can thrive both professionally and personally.
Want to find out more about starting a career in early childhood? Contact us at Queensford College at 1300 127 457.