Early Childhood Teacher (ECT)

Jack and Jill Childcare Centre; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jack and Jill Childcare Centre – New Farm QLD is seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our small, close-knit team on a maternity leave contract for approximately 12 months, with potential for ongoing employment in 2028. We are committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for children to learn, grow and thrive.

You will work with a supportive team, build relationships with children and families, and contribute

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or ACECQA‑equivalent qualification, or currently studying towards.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current Child Safety Training

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, child-centred learning programs.
• Deliver high-quality early childhood education.
• Create engaging, meaningful and enriching learning experiences that inspire children to learn, grow and thrive.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, children and families.
• Respond to children's individual needs with care and empathy.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Collaborative

Creativity

Organised

Energetic

Empathetic

Flexible

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor in ECE

ACECQA-equivalent qualification

Currently studying towards

Job description

Jack and Jill Childcare Centre – New Farm QLD

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher to join our small, close-knit team at our family-owned and operated early learning service in inner-city Brisbane. This is a unique opportunity to join our team on a maternity leave contract for approximately 12 months, with the potential for ongoing employment in 2028. We are looking for an educator who is committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and who is passionate about creating engaging, meaningful and enriching learning experiences that inspire children to learn, grow and thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, child-centred learning programs
• Deliver high-quality early childhood education
• Create engaging, meaningful and enriching learning experiences that inspire children to learn, grow and thrive
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, children and families
• Respond to children's individual needs with care and empathy

About you

• Passionate and committed to providing high-quality early childhood education
• A collaborative team player who values positive relationships with colleagues, children and families
• Creative, organised and attentive to detail
• Energetic, enthusiastic and positive in their approach
• Caring, empathetic and responsive to children's individual needs
• Flexible, proactive and committed to continuous improvement
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification, or currently studying towards the relevant qualification
• Previous experience working in an early childhood education setting
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current Child Safety Training

About us

We are a family-owned and operated early learning service with a purpose-built, 59-place centre in inner-city Brisbane. We are passionate about the value of early childhood education and the positive, lasting impact it has on the children in our care, the families who place their trust in us, and the community we are proud to be part of. Our service prides itself on fostering a warm, welcoming and supportive environment where children can thrive and educators feel valued, respected and supported.