Casual Educator - Rockhampton

Green Leaves Early Learning Centres; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Educator Retention Grant Wage Boost

Childcare Discount

Professional development opportunities

Breakfast and barista-made coffee

Job summary

Green Leaves Early Learning Centres in Rockhampton is seeking passionate Educators to nurture and inspire children through play-based learning. Join a warm, inclusive team dedicated to high-quality curriculum, documentation, and strong connections with families.

We offer weekly pay, an Educator Retention Grant Wage Boost, childcare discount, ongoing professional development, a supportive Educational Leader, and wellbeing perks including breakfast, coffee, and wellness weeks.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care required.
• State-relevant Working with Children's Check required.
• Current Child Protection and National Child Safety Training Certificates required.
• Current First Aid and CPR (HLTAID012) required.

Responsibilities

• Care for, nurture and grow children’s minds.
• Support a team of Educators in meeting quality principles of curriculum and documentation.
• Develop learning experiences for children to learn through play.
• Build genuine care and connections with children and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve best practice.
• Evolve skills through personal growth and continuous improvement.

Education

ANACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

Job Description

Do you enjoy sparking children's imagination and wonder?

At Green Leaves Early Learning, our ethos of ‘we make work play’ is at the heart of what we do. Providing an inclusive, warm, and caring environment where every element of the day is fun is what our inspiring Educators do best! At Green Leaves, each day you can be proud to:

• Care for, nurture and grow children’s minds
• Support a team of Educators in meeting our quality principles of curriculum and documentation
• Embrace your passion for developing learning experiences for the children to learn through play
• Be a team-mate and colleague who is collaborative and reflective to achieve best practice
• Use your mature and professional approach to build genuine care and connections with our children and families
• Focus on evolving your skills through personal growth and continuous improvement
• Present your room as a welcoming and safe environment for all

In return, we offer a culture that recognises and rewards your contribution through our Green Leaves Work Perks:

• A supportive and progressive culture that appreciates doing things a little bit differently
• Weekly pays + The Educator Retention Grant Wage Boost
• Childcare Discount- 75% off the gap fee
• A strong support network, including daily guidance from the Centre’s Educational Leader
• The opportunity to grow your career with ongoing development and support from a range of internal programs
• Exclusive access to our supplier discount program
• From our Annual Wellness Week to complimentary flu shots, we support your wellbeing year-round
• Start your day right with Breakfast and Barista-made Coffee on us!
• Access to our online Green Leaves library
• Our Acknowledge platform, celebrating team achievements through shared eCards of support

About You:

• AnACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Current and State-relevant Working with Children's Check
• Current Child Protection and National Child Safety Training Certificates
• Current First Aid and CPR (HLTAID012)
• Must be available to work rotating shifts that may start as early as 6:30 am and finish as late as 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday

At Green Leaves Early Learning, we prioritise the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with disabilities. We encourage applicants to share their experiences working with children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to Reconciliation and fostering an environment where all First Nations Australians feel a strong sense of connection and belonging. We welcome your experiences with Aboriginal children and communities.

Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to all aspects of child safety; including child protection, mandatory reporting and adopting the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.