Early Childhood Teacher

9 hours ago


Springfield Lakes, Queensland, Australia Busy Bees Nurseries Full time $52,340 - $84,880 per year

Early Childhood Teacher (Kindergarten Program)

Busy Bees at Springfield Lakes | Permanent Full-Time | $52.29 – $67.29/hour

Springfield Lakes, QLD

About Busy Bees at Springfield Lakes

Busy Bees at Springfield Lakes is a welcoming 75-place early learning service with thoughtfully designed indoor learning environments and vibrant outdoor play areas — including sandpits, a bike track, climbing wall, teepee, bush tucker garden, and vegetable and herb gardens.

We spark curiosity and support every child's learning journey through play-based learning, meaningful relationships, and high-quality care.

‍ About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and creative Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) to deliver our Kindergarten Program. You'll be supported by an inclusive and experienced team and have the opportunity to grow your leadership capabilities within a leading early learning organisation.

This is the perfect role if you're seeking a rewarding career move with great pay, development opportunities, and a positive team culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver an engaging Kindergarten Program aligned with the EYLF and NQS
  • Build strong relationships with children, families, and the teaching team
  • Observe and document children's learning and use it to inform future planning
  • Collaborate with fellow educators to ensure inclusive, child-led learning
  • Reflect on and continuously improve your teaching practices

Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master of Early Childhood Education (ACECQA-recognised)
  • Blue card valid for paid work
  • Current First Aid Certificate, including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training

Currently studying your Bachelor or Master of Early Childhood Education and Care? You're still encouraged to apply

What We Offer

  • Above-Award hourly rates ($52.29 – $67.29/hour)
  • 10% ECEC Retention Payment
  • Laundry allowance + annual uniform allocation
  • Generous childcare fee discounts for permanent staff
  • Ongoing professional development via our Busy Bees Learning Platform
  • Supportive leadership and inclusive team culture
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Global learning network and career progression opportunities across Busy Bees services

Desirable Skills and Attributes

  • Previous experience delivering early childhood education programs
  • Strong understanding of the EYLF and NQS
  • Confidence with observation and documentation processes
  • Familiarity with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations
  • Tech-friendly – comfortable with platforms used for programming and communication

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to take the next step in your early childhood education career, we want to hear from you

Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume via our internal application portal. You'll be prompted to create an account to start your application.

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Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you're passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn't do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.



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