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Relief Staff
@ Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
Binbrook, Ontario
Overview
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is hiring a full-time Relief Staff member to cover early childhood classrooms across its centres in Hamilton. The role involves supervising children, running developmentally appropriate programming, and travelling between sites on short notice. Pay is $28.00 per hour for RECE holders and $26.35 for non-RECE, with hours varying between 28.25 and 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pay:
$26.35–$28 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Supervise children and ensure their safety at all times
- Implement programs supporting cognitive, physical, social and emotional development
- Maintain safe, clean indoor and outdoor play areas
- Administer first aid and complete accident reports
- Travel between centre sites for flexible short-notice coverage
Requirements summary:
- Related experience in a childcare setting
- Post-secondary ECE, Child & Youth Care or Recreation preferred
- Knowledge of How Does Learning Happen
- Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-18
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Hours per week | 32.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Standard First Aid with CPR Level C, Ontario College of Teachers membership, Food Handler's Certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Recreation and Leisure |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Childcare |
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Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
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UFCC is a nonprofit licensed child care provider offering full-day early learning and before- and after-school programs.
Full company description
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is a non-profit corporation, in operation since 1988 and administered by a community-based Board of Directors. Our Board Members include Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Trustees and staff, as well as members of the community who have a keen interest in early learning and childcare. We operate full-day early learning and child care centres, as well as extended day programs before and after school in the Greater Hamilton Area.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,862
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 149
- Reported office locations
- 1550 Upper James St., Suite 302, Hamilton, ON L9B 2L6, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Family
- Child Care
- Other recorded names
- Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton
- Specialties
- Child Care
- Education
- Daycare
- and Preschool
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Umbrella Family and Child Centres of Hamilton is a non-profit corporation, in operation since 1988 and administered by a community-based Board of Directors. Our Board Members include Hamilton Wentworth District School Board Trustees and staff, as well as members of the community who have a keen interest in early learning and childcare. We operate full-day early learning and child care centres, as well as extended…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Individual and Family Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Hamilton, ON |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1988 |
| Specialties | Child CareEducationDaycareand Preschool |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 21 |
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Relief Staff
Permanent, Full time
Build your career where you truly belong — welcome to Umbrella Family.
For over 35 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in early childhood education, powered by passionate staff who make a real impact every day. At Umbrella Family, you’re supported, heard, and empowered to grow in a collaborative environment designed to help you thrive.
Join a workplace that values your contributions and celebrates the connection you make with children and their families. This isn’t just a job — it’s your opportunity to be part of something special.
Location:Bellmoore; 35 Pumpkin Pass, Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0
Total Hours per Week: minimum of 28.25 to a maximum 37.5 hours
Schedule: Hours vary
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants):
RECE: $28.00 per hour
Non RECE: $26.35 per hour
About the Role
The Relief Staff is responsible for providing a safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate environment for all children in our centres. You will support classroom staff, implement programming in alignment with How Does Learning Happen; and travel to different sites providing coverage as needed. Your role is flexible, varied, and integral to maintaining a high-quality childcare experience for children and families.
Qualifications
- Related experience in a childcare setting
- Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child & Youth Care, Recreation & Leisure, or membership in the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of How Does Learning Happen?
- Must have access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license, as this position requires regular travel to centre locations in Hamilton
- Willingness to work in an on-call capacity with flexible scheduling
- Availability to work from Monday to Friday, within the 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM time frame.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for diversity, equality, and inclusion advocacy.
Certifications:
- Valid Driver’s license and daily access to a reliable vehicle
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
- Proof of up-to-date immunizations (TB, Tetanus, MMR)
- Food Handler’s Certificate an asset.
- Implement programs and activities that support children’s cognitive, physical, social, cultural, and emotional development
- Supervise children at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being
- Organize indoor and outdoor play areas, ensuring spaces are safe, clean, and welcoming
- Maintain hygiene and safety standards for toys, equipment, and food areas
- Administer first aid and complete accident reports when necessary
- Conduct daily checks on children and notify supervisors of any unusual circumstances
- Support classroom staff during programming, breaks, and transitions
- Travel between centre sites as required, and provide flexible coverage on short notice
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the centre
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Robust retirement plan with employer matching
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Unionized environment supporting work-life balance
- Generous vacation and sick time entitlements
- Priority childcare placement for employees’ children
- Positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children, colleagues, and your community, we invite you to apply! Please submit your applicationthrough this link and become part of a team where your work truly matters.
Welcome to Umbrella Family — where every role makes a difference.
Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to providing accommodations in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if you require accommodations during the hiring process.
Recruitment Process Disclosure
This organization does not use artificial intelligence (AI) systems or automated decision-making technologies in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for employment. All applications are evaluated exclusively through a human review process conducted by our Human Resources personnel and hiring managers.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.
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