Lead Educator

22 hours ago

All Queensland Central QLD, Australia CandK Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

At C&K, our purpose is to make a positive impact on children's lives. It's what we've been doing for more than 116 years. Through evidence-based thinking, hard work and true compassion, we've built a trusted reputation as Queensland's leading provider of early childhood education. And as a child safe organisation, we put children's safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, creating nurturing spaces where children can learn, explore, play and grow. 

Grow Futures Together at C&K Middlemount Community Childcare Centre

Join C&K Middlemount and help shape the futures of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years in a nurturing, play-based environment. As a Lead Educator, you'll collaborate with a passionate team and our supportive Director to deliver high-quality early learning experiences in our Toddler Room.

Permanent Full Time | Toddler Room | 40 hours a week with monthly RDO

In this role, you will:

  • Co-create a supportive, play-based learning environment where each child (6 weeks to 5 years) is seen, heard, and respected.
  • Partner closely with families and the local community, nurturing strong, meaningful relationships.
  • Collaborate with our passionate Director, Jackie, in a setting that prioritises professional growth, reflective practice, and evidence-informed teaching.
  • Design and deliver engaging programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
  • Support children's growth in empathy, autonomy, social skills, and self-regulation
  • Foster a calm, inclusive learning environment where children feel safe and empowered
  • Actively engage in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement within your team and the wider C&K community

Why Join C&K Middlemount?

Every C&K career empowers children to belong, grow, and thrive. We invest in our educators' well-being, financial security, and professional development—because when you succeed, so do the children in your care.

Find Your Better Way and Enjoy the Benefits

  • Be rewarded for your commitment with a wage rate of $ $ per hour plus superannuation.
  • Subsidised 3-bedroom rental house to support onsite educators
  • Up to 75% off childcare gap fees for your own children
  • Fully funded Blue Card, Police Check, First Aid/CPR, and other compliance requirements
  • Access to the C&K Employee Assistance Program (includes nutrition coaching, financial counselling, and specialist support for LGBTIQA+ and First Nations staff)
  • Ongoing professional development through C&K College, mentoring, and scholarships

What You'll Bring:

We're looking for someone with passion, commitment, and a deep respect for the capabilities of young children. You'll also have:

  • A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved)
  • Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
  • A valid Blue Card or Exemption Card
  • A current Police Check
  • Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
  • A team-oriented mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a drive to deliver high-quality outcomes for children, families, and the wider community

Join Us and Find a Better Way—For Children. For You. For Always.

C&K is a child-safe organisation and all C&K employees are required to undergo a police check and not be a 'Restricted Person' or Suspended Educator under the QLD Blue Card System.

We welcome applicants who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a Culturally and /or Linguistically Diverse background and/or those with additional needs.

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