Early Childhood Teachers, Lead Educators

5 days ago

Ipswich, Australia Queensland Childcare Servies Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Above award rates, additional AL + incentives
  • Generous staff discount
  • Support team dedicated to helping you succeed ECT mentor + pedagodgy leaders

Shape Young Lives and Grow Your Career with Queensland Childcare Services

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Lead Educators, Early Childhood Teachers (ECTs), and an Office Administrator to join our Ipswich services.

Whether you are a passionate educator ready to lead a room, a qualified teacher wanting to inspire through play-based learning, or a motivated admin professional keen to support our centres, this is your chance to be part of a dynamic and supportive team.

Lead Educator

  • Lead the daily running of your room and mentor junior educators
  • Build strong, positive relationships with children and families
  • Deliver engaging, high-quality educational programs aligned to EYLF
  • Ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment
  • Collaborate with centre leadership and support the Nominated Supervisor
  • Pay: Up to $35 per hour + super

Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)

  • Plan and implement inspiring play-based learning experiences
  • Drive school readiness and developmental outcomes
  • Work in partnership with families to support children's learning
  • Access additional annual leave and study bonus ($500 per unit for studying ECTs)
  • Collaborate with fellow ECTs across QCCS through regular networking
  • Contribute to innovative programs such as Beach, Bush, and Farm Kindy
  • Pay: Up to $50 per hour + super + additional annual leave

Office Administrator

  • Provide frontline support to centre Directors and Management
  • Handle data entry, scanning, electronic filing, and daily correspondence
  • Assist with enrolments, compliance paperwork, and reporting
  • Support student training and Registered Training Organisation operations
  • Maintain office organisation and ensure smooth centre communication
  • Ideal for juniors, school leavers, or anyone starting an admin career
  • Pay: Competitive above award rates

Schedule: Monday – Friday, no weekends

Hours: Up to 38 hours per week

Location: Ipswich

Why Join QCCS?

  • Above award pay and super
  • Up to 75% childcare staff discount
  • Extra annual leave for ECTs
  • Study bonus for studying ECTs
  • Relocation support and free uniforms
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing

Investment in Your Growth

  • Paid professional development and qualifications
  • On-the-floor mentoring and leadership support
  • Company ECT meetings and networking opportunities
  • Career progression across 24 QCCS centres
  • QLD Qualifications Pathways Program scholarships and subsidies

What We're Looking For

  • Lead Educator – Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care (or working towards)
  • ECT – Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
  • Admin – Strong computer, organisation, and communication skills
  • Current QLD Blue Card (for educator roles)
  • Passion, reliability, and teamwork

About QCCS

With over 30 years of excellence, Queensland Childcare Services operates 24 centres across Queensland. We deliver unique programs including beach, bush, and farm kindy, swimming, and Healthy Bodies initiatives. Our educators and staff are supported with professional development, annual conferences, and genuine career growth opportunities.

Apply now to join a team where passion meets purpose and grow your career with QCCS in Ipswich.

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