Certificate III & Diploma Educators

Rise & Shine Kindergarten; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pay rates

Birthday day off

Discount on childcare rates

Off the floor programming time

Career growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Employee assistance program

Refer a friend bonuses

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Rise & Shine Kindergarten is seeking passionate early childhood educators in Queensland to deliver high-quality programs and support young learners across 15 centres. You will create safe, inclusive environments, build strong connections with children and families, and contribute to observing and extending learning journeys.

Joining our family-owned team means being supported, valued, and inspired daily. With generous pay, birthday leave, childcare discounts, and clear career growth, you’ll

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Approved).
• Current Working With Children Check.
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications.
• National child safety training (Gecko).
• Child Protection Training.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with your team to deliver high-quality educational programs.
• Help create safe, inclusive and engaging environments where children can flourish.
• Build genuine connections with children, families and your fellow team members.
• Assist with observing, documenting, and extending children's learning journeys.
• Bring your ideas and energy to daily routines and educational experiences.
• Show up as a reliable, enthusiastic, and valued member of the team.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Team player

Organised

Passion for early learning

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Approved)

Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Approved)

Job description

For over 12 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten has been a trusted name in early childhood education. We're proudly family-owned and operated, and we know that the magic of early learning starts with the people who deliver it. Our educators aren't just employees — they're the heart of everything we do.

We're growing across 15 centres in NSW and QLD, and we're looking for passionate educators to grow with us. At Rise & Shine, you'll feel supported, valued, and inspired every day — because when our educators thrive, so do the children and families we serve.

About the Role:

• Work collaboratively with your team to deliver high-quality educational programs
• Help create safe, inclusive and engaging environments where children can flourish
• Build genuine connections with children, families and your fellow team members
• Assist with observing, documenting, and extending children's learning journeys
• Bring your ideas and energy to daily routines and educational experiences
• Show up as a reliable, enthusiastic, and valued member of the team

About You:

• Bring genuine care, positivity and warmth to work every day
• Have a real love for working with children and supporting their growth
• Are confident, respectful and thrive in a team environment
• Are organised, reliable and passionate about early learning

What You'll Need:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA Approved)
• Current Working With Children Check
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
• National child safety training (Gecko)
• Child Protection Training

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Generous pay rates that exceed industry standards
• A paid day off during your birthday week
• Up to 75% discount on our premium childcare rates
• Allocated off the floor programming time
• Opportunities for career growth and long term stability
• Supportive leadership and a genuinely great team culture
• Employee assistance program
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Uniforms provided including hats
• Surprises, gifts and celebrations throughout the year
• Exclusive access to ORBIT - our futuristic STEM Learning Hub

Child Safe Standards:

All candidates will be required to complete a Prohibition Declaration as part of our recruitment process. Rise & Shine is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children and young people, and we uphold our responsibilities under the Child Safe Standards.