Early Childhood Teacher

1 week ago

Busy Bees at Smithfield Plains, Australia Busy Bees Global Full time $47 - $61

Join the Hive at Busy Bees at Smithfield Plains

Location: Smithfield Plains, SA, Australia

Service Size: 82-place early learning service
Salary: $ $60.56

At Busy Bees at Smithfield Plains, our philosophy centres around the discovery and exploration of respectful relationships with children. We're proud to provide a calm, relaxed environment that promotes uninterrupted play, freedom, and cooperative relationships, while giving children our full attention.

We're looking for a passionate and qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our vibrant team and help shape the next generation of curious learners.

Why Join Busy Bees?

  • Up to 50% childcare discount for permanent team members
  • 2 additional weeks of annual leave in recognition of your role in delivering the Kindergarten program
  • Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation
  • Ongoing professional development through our Busy Bees learning platform
  • National and global career growth opportunities
  • Supportive Area Director and strong leadership structure
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Participate in our Global Talent Exchange Program

Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
  • Current and valid Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
  • Current First Aid Certificate, including asthma and anaphylaxis training

Key Skills and Attributes

  • Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS)
  • Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate programs tailored to individual children
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to engage with families and colleagues
  • Skilled in observing and documenting children's progress to inform future planning
  • Team-oriented with a commitment to building inclusive, respectful learning environments

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in an early childhood teaching role
  • Knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Experience with documentation platforms or childcare software tools
  • A passion for inclusive education where every child can thrive

Not a perfect match? Still apply We value passion, willingness to grow, and your unique strengths.

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Have a Bee-autiful day—we can't wait to meet you

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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