Early Childhood Educator

St Johns Community Care; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Redlynch Daycare is seeking an Early Childhood Educator who is currently enrolled in a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. You will work with a supportive team to deliver high-quality education and care in a safe, inclusive environment.

Your role includes assisting with daily routines, contributing to engaging programs, and building strong relationships with children and families under the guidance of the Lead Educator.

Qualifications

• Current enrolment in a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Valid Blue Card.
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications.
• Current AFP National Police Check.
• Current Safe Sleep training certificate.
• Current Child Protection training certificate.
• Current driver’s licence or Proof of Age card.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in the day-to-day operation of the service, ensuring compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulations.
• Provide high-quality education and care in a safe, nurturing and positive environment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and management.
• Contribute to the educational program under the guidance of the Lead Educator.
• Assist with the daily running of the room, including routines, supervision and learning activities.
• Follow all relevant child safety, health, hygiene and workplace procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Blue Card

First Aid and CPR qualifications

AFP National Police Check

Safe Sleep training certificate

Child Protection training certificate

Driver's licence or Proof of Age card

Job description

Early Childhood Educator – Full-Time or Part-Time

About the Role

Redlynch Daycare is seeking a motivated and caring Early Childhood Educator who is currently enrolled in a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Working alongside our supportive team, you will assist the management team and Lead Educator to ensure the smooth operation of the service while providing high-quality education and care in a safe, positive and inclusive environment.

You will help build and maintain meaningful relationships with children, families, educators and management, while contributing to engaging educational programs that support children's learning, development and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management team in the day-to-day operation of the service, ensuring compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulations.
• Provide high-quality education and care in a safe, nurturing and positive environment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and management.
• Contribute to the educational program under the guidance of the Lead Educator.
• Assist with the daily running of the room, including routines, supervision and learning activities.
• Follow all relevant child safety, health, hygiene and workplace procedures.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:

• Current enrolment in a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• A valid Blue Card.
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications.
• A current Australian Federal Police (AFP) National Police Check.
• A current Safe Sleep training certificate.
• A current Child Protection training certificate.
• A current driver's licence or Proof of Age card.

You will also have a genuine passion for working with young children, a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Valuable hands-on experience in a supportive childcare environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The opportunity to contribute to a warm, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Potential paid employment or placement opportunities, depending on performance, qualifications and service requirements.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge alongside experienced educators.

About Us

Redlynch Daycare is a growing childcare service dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children aged six weeks to five years.

Our team is passionate about providing high-quality education and care, ensuring every child feels safe, supported and valued. We believe in investing in our staff, encouraging professional development and creating opportunities for individuals to grow within the early childhood education sector.

We value teamwork, strong leadership, mutual respect and an inclusive workplace where every team member is supported to contribute to the best possible outcomes for children and families.