Early Childhood Educators – Permanent

Country Kids Early Learning & Kindergarten Noosa; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Kids Noosa is seeking qualified Early Childhood Educators to join our Noosaville service in permanent roles for 3–5-year-olds. We value dedicated educators who love this age group and want to contribute to a warm, play-based learning environment.

Join our regular Noosa team with consistent hours, opportunities to build strong relationships with children and families, and a supportive leadership team focused on ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent
• Hold a current Working with Children Blue Card
• Have a genuine passion for working with children aged 3–5 years
• Believe children learn through play, relationships, exploration and meaningful experiences
• Are warm, reliable and genuinely enjoy being with children
• Value teamwork and positive relationships
• Enjoy contributing ideas and being actively involved in your room
• Understand the importance of child safety, active supervision and safeguarding
• Communicate openly and professionally with children, families and colleagues
• Want to be part of a team rather than simply come to work and do a shift

Responsibilities

• Create meaningful, engaging and play-based learning experiences for children aged 3–5 years
• Build genuine, respectful relationships with children and their families
• Work collaboratively with our Early Childhood Teacher, educators and leadership team
• Contribute to children's learning documentation, observations and planning
• Create environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, independence and exploration
• Support children's social and emotional development and growing independence
• Actively supervise children and understand that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility
• Communicate openly and professionally with children, families and colleagues
• Contribute positively to the culture of the room and wider service
• Participate in reflective practice, professional development and continuous improvement

Skills

Play-based learning

Child development understanding

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Country Kids Early Learning & Kindergarten Noosa – Noosaville QLD

Country Kids Noosa is looking for Certificate III and Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educators to join our team in permanent positions working within our 3–5-year-old rooms.

We're looking for educators who genuinely love this age group – the big imaginations, endless questions, growing independence, friendships, creativity and all the wonderful learning that happens in the years before school.

You’ll become part of our regular Noosa team, with consistent contracted hours and the opportunity to really get to know your children, families and fellow educators.

This isn't about simply filling a position. We're looking for educators who want somewhere they can belong, contribute their ideas and help us continue building a wonderful team and culture at Country Kids Noosa.

About the role

Country Kids Noosa is looking for Certificate III and Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educators to join our team in permanent positions working within our 3–5-year-old rooms.

We're looking for educators who genuinely love this age group – the big imaginations, endless questions, growing independence, friendships, creativity and all the wonderful learning that happens in the years before school.

You’ll become part of our regular Noosa team, with consistent contracted hours and the opportunity to really get to know your children, families and fellow educators.

This isn't about simply filling a position. We're looking for educators who want somewhere they can belong, contribute their ideas and help us continue building a wonderful team and culture at Country Kids Noosa.

What the role looks like

Working alongside our educators, Early Childhood Teacher and leadership team, you’ll help create a warm, engaging and play-based environment for our 3–5-year-olds.

We want our children to experience genuine childhood – opportunities to explore, create, investigate, get outdoors, build friendships, develop independence and learn through meaningful play.

You’ll be encouraged to bring your own strengths, interests and ideas to the room while working collaboratively with the wider team.

Key responsibilities

• Create meaningful, engaging and play-based learning experiences for children aged 3–5 years
• Build genuine, respectful relationships with children and their families
• Work collaboratively with our Early Childhood Teacher, educators and leadership team
• Contribute to children's learning documentation, observations and planning
• Create environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, independence and exploration
• Support children's social and emotional development and growing independence
• Actively supervise children and understand that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility
• Communicate openly and professionally with children, families and colleagues
• Contribute positively to the culture of the room and wider service
• Participate in reflective practice, professional development and continuous improvement

About you

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Hold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent
• Hold a current Working with Children Blue Card
• Have a genuine passion for working with children aged 3–5 years
• Believe children learn through play, relationships, exploration and meaningful experiences
• Are warm, reliable and genuinely enjoy being with children
• Value teamwork and positive relationships
• Enjoy contributing ideas and being actively involved in your room
• Understand the importance of child safety, active supervision and safeguarding
• Communicate openly and professionally with children, families and colleagues
• Want to be part of a team rather than simply come to work and do a shift

A place to belong

At Country Kids Noosa, relationships matter.

We want our educators to know their children and families, understand their individual personalities and interests, and have the opportunity to see the progress they make over time.

Permanent employment gives you the opportunity to become a familiar and trusted person in children's lives while also becoming a genuine part of the service community.

We’re looking for educators who want to contribute to that environment and grow alongside us.

About us

Country Kids Noosa is part of the Country Kids Early Learning & Kindergarten family, where we believe in creating Early Learning with a Country Feel.

We want our services to be places where children can experience genuine childhood – playing, exploring, getting outdoors, building relationships and developing a strong sense of belonging.

Our values of Positivity, Compassion, Professionalism, Working Together, Success and Sustainability guide the way we work with our children, families and each other.

Why join Country Kids?

• Permanent employment with consistent contracted hours
• Work primarily with our 3–5-year-old children
• Be part of a smaller, relationship-focused service
• Build genuine relationships with children and families
• Work alongside an Early Childhood Teacher and supportive educator team
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
• Opportunity to contribute your ideas and strengths to the program
• Supportive leadership and opportunities to grow within Country Kids
• Employment conditions and rates in accordance with the applicable Children's Services Award, based on your qualification, experience and classification