Childminder (Expression of Interest)

Competition Number: Expression of Interest (Employees Only)

Category: Recreation and Community Services

Job Title: Childminder (Expression of Interest)

Department: Sustainability

Position Type: Up to 5 Casual Positions

Salary: $20.03/hour plus 15% in lieu of benefits

Posted Date: September 29, 2025

Last Modified: September 29, 2025, 9:58 am

Status: Open Until Filled

Description:

This is an Expression of Interest for Employees Only:  You must be a current employee of the District of Saanich to be considered.

Hours/Location of work: 

  • October 18, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Lambrick Park Secondary School (4139 Torquay Dr.); and/or
  • October 29, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Greek Community Hall (4648 Elk Lake Dr.)

 

Sustainability is seeking Childminders to provide childcare support at the Climate Plan Update Open House workshops. The Childminders will engage with children of all ages while guardians participate in the workshop. Each Childminder will be responsible for up to a maximum of 4 children.

Duties may include:

  • Providing supervision of children in a safe and organized manner
  • Preparing the room and activities necessary to support childcare
  • Facilitating activities, such as crafting and colouring
  • Distributing snacks to children with permission from guardians 
  • Cleaning up activities after the event
  • Other related duties as required

 

Candidates are required to have:

  • The ability to maintain patience, support and understanding with children
  • At least three months experience working with preschool children
  • Completion of Grade 10
  • 19 years of age or older
  • Basic First Aid Certification
  • Employment is subject to provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check no older than 6 months. Renewal of PIC-VS is required as per policy.

 

Interested employees are asked to contact Cassidy Daskalchuk, Sustainability Planner, via email at sustainability@saanich.ca and include the following information:

Name
Contact information
Position of interest
Relevant experience
Current supervisor’s name

Important Information:

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.

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