Childcare Educator

Council Jobs; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work culture

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Wages paid fortnightly

Job summary

Rockhampton City Child Care Centre, part of Rockhampton Regional Council, is seeking passionate educators to join our team delivering high quality, flexible early childhood education for children in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

You will support the Group Leader in planning, implementing, and evaluating engaging programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard, while meeting each child’s developmental needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering high quality care and education in early childhood settings.
• Genuine passion for working with children and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality care and education in early childhood settings.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate engaging play-based programs.
• Collaborate with families and team to foster development.

Skills

Experience in early childhood

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (incl CHCPRT025)

Blue Card

First Aid & CPR certificate

Job description

• Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight and flexible hours for casuals
• Pro Rata amount of $68,816 - $71,759 per annum ($34,82 - $36,31 / hour) (Level CSW 1 Yr Qualified Year 1-3) (Junior rates may apply) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Rockhampton City Child Care Centre are seeking passionate and dedicated educators to join our team in delivering high quality, flexible, and responsive care for children in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

In these roles, you will support the Group Leader in planning, implementing, and evaluating engaging, play based programs that align with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard. You'll focus on meeting each child's developmental and routine needs while fostering safe, stimulating, and caring environment.

As part of a collaborative and qualified team, you'll contribute to a culture ofcontinuousimprovement, reflective practice, and strong partnership with families. This is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the early learning experiences of children and support their growth into confident, curious, and capable young learners.

Future Opportunities: with ongoing operational requirements at the Centre, further opportunities are expected to arise, which may support continued employment beyond the initial contract period for the Fixed Term role. Diploma qualified educators may also have the opportunity to act in Lead Educator roles, supporting career development and leadership experience.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in delivering high quality care and education in early childhood settings
• An enthusiastic and motivated individual with a warm, positive, and friendly demeanour
• Ability to foster a safe, engaging, and stimulating learning environment that supports work
• A passion for early childhood education, paired with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

Application Criteria

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (including - CHCPRT025 - Identify and report children and young people at risk), Blue Card, Current First Aid & CPR certificate and proven experience working in a childcare setting or similar.
• Genuine passion for working with children and experience providing positive care and educational opportunities to children.

Applications Close: Monday 2 November 2026 at Midnight (AEST)