Early Childhood Educators

18 hours ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia G8 Education Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Weekly Pay | 10% Above Award Wages - further 5% in Dec 2025 | 50% off Childcare fees

The Opportunity

Passionate about shaping young minds? Join our team as a Early Childhood Educator at our centre in Emerald, Queensland.

Are you a dedicated and inspiring educator ready to make a real impact? We are looking for Educators who are passionate about creating a nurturing, engaging and fun learning environment for young children.

If you don't know who we are, you may recognise our local Centre:

  • Emerald World of Learning

Feel free to drop into our Centre and speak with the Centre Manager about our current opportunities

Our current job opportunities include:

  • Lead Educators – An opportunity to share what you know and lead by example, you'll have the satisfaction of putting your best ideas into practice while continuing to grow through access to G8's outstanding training and education programs. 
  • Assistant Educators – You'll work in a supportive environment with access to learning resources that will increase your skills and help to advance your career, in whichever direction you choose.

Full-time opportunities available.

What we can offer

  • Above award wages with a 10% increase
  • Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
  • Flexible working hours to suit a work/life balance
  • Opportunities to advance your career within G8's network of 400+ centres  
  • Access to G8's Online Learning Lounge with more than 70 hours of professional development
  • Counselling for team members and their families through Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Exclusive access to G8's benefits platform, with access to 350+ retailers
  • Uniforms provided
  • Access to health and wellness programs

About Us

Our children enjoy delightful indoor and outdoor play areas, rooms equipped with the latest age-appropriate technology and learning resources, and a range of activities.

How to APPLY

Please click through to the application form.

For a comprehensive list of all our locations and vacancies please visit our website 

If you are interested or would like to find out more, contact the team via emailing  

If you are currently enrolled in an ACECQA approved Cert III, Diploma, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor course, you may be eligible to participate in the Qualifications Pathway Program (QPP). This program offers paid time to study, progression payments, coaching and mentoring and support with study costs – all designed to help you achieve your goals. Talk to us about this opportunity

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.

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