Casual Educators

Rise & Shine Kindergarten; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly culture

Career growth

Mentoring and professional development

Positive work environment

Well-resourced centres

Flexible shifts

Job summary

This family-owned early childhood group emphasises mentoring, professional growth, and quality learning spaces with modern resources. Availability across varying days and times is requested.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for working with children and their development.
• Positive attitude, creativity, and willingness to help across shifts.
• Thrive in a team environment and collaborate with others.
• Flexible, adaptable, and reliable with varying routines.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple rooms and age groups as a casual educator.
• Create safe, nurturing, and engaging environments daily.
• Contribute flexibility by covering where needed across shifts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver meaningful learning experiences.
• Build respectful connections with children, families and staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Approved)

Job description

For over 12 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten have set the benchmark for excellence in early childhood education. Proudly family-owned and operated, we understand that exceptional learning begins with the people who deliver it. That’s why our educators aren’t just employees – they’re at the heart of everything we do.

Today, we’re thriving across 15 centres in NSW and QLD, with exciting plans for continued growth. We’ve built an environment where educators feel supported, valued, and inspired to be their best. Because when educators love what they do, children flourish – and families feel the difference.

Joining Rise & Shine means more than starting a new job. It means becoming part of a family that is passionate about setting new standards in early learning and giving every team member the chance to shine.

About the Role:

• Step into our centres as a valued casual educator, supporting teams across different rooms and age groups
• Create safe, nurturing, and engaging environments for children each day
• Bring flexibility and adaptability, contributing wherever you’re needed most
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver meaningful learning experiences
• Build warm and respectful connections with children, families, and staff

About You:

• Genuinely love working with children and their development
• Bring positivity, creativity, and a can-do attitude to every shift
• Thrive in a team environment and enjoy collaborating with others
• Are flexible, adaptable, and reliable, with the ability to quickly adjust to new routines
• Value respect, professionalism, and the importance of quality learning environments

Requirements:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Approved)
• Current Working With Children Check / Blue Card
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Training
• Child Protection Training
• National child safety training (Gecko)
• Availability and flexibility to work across varying days and times

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Family-First Culture – Feel supported in a close-knit, caring team
• Career pathways – Casual work can lead to permanent or leadership roles
• Learning & Support – Access mentoring and ongoing professional growth
• Fun & Positive Vibes – Celebrate wins, share laughs, and enjoy your workday
• Quality Environments – Modern centres with great resources to support you
• Flexibility – Experience variety while staying part of a stable company

Child Safe Standards:

All candidates will be required to complete a Prohibition Declaration as part of the recruitment process. Our Service is committed to providing a safe environment for children and young people. We understand our responsibilities and statutory duty of care to keep children safe and comply with the Child Safe Standards.