Educator / Qualified Educator - Immediate Start available

My Kids Early Learning; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly team lunches

End-of-year celebrations

Staff discounts for children in care

Family-owned service

Job summary

My Kids Early Learning in Queensland is seeking a passionate Educator / Lead Educator to join our growing team. We welcome qualified Cert 3 educators or those working towards a Diploma to contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment.

Our service offers above award wages, flexible rostering and a family-owned culture that values relationships with children, families and colleagues. Hours operate 6:00am–6:00pm, with team support and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have Cert 3 or be working towards Diploma in Early Childhood.
• Strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
• Enjoy creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences.

Skills

Cert 3 in Early Childhood

Team collaboration

Child safety focus

Engaging learning experiences

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education (in progress)

Job description

Join Our Incredible Team!

Educator / Lead Educator Opportunity

Cert 3 or Working towards Diploma

Are you looking for more than “just another childcare job”?

Do you want to work in a service where educators are genuinely valued, supported, celebrated, and encouraged to thrive?

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Qualified cert 3, or working towards Diploma educator to join our growing team in our beautiful purpose-built service.

At our centre, we pride ourselves on creating an environment where both children and educators feel safe, supported, inspired, and connected.

Why do Educators Choose to Stay With Us?

Our educators stay because of our:

• Strong team culture and positive morale
• Supportive leadership team
• Family-owned values
• Genuine appreciation for our educators
• Collaborative and welcoming environment

We believe happy educators create meaningful experiences for children — and we invest heavily in our team wellbeing.

About the Role:

We are looking for someone who:

• Is Cert 3 qualified, Diploma Qualified or currently working towards their Diploma
• Is passionate about child safety, child protection and wellbeing
• Loves creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences
• Values strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Brings positivity, initiative, and teamwork into the workplace
• Is passionate about Early Childhood Education and wants to be surrounded by likeminded educators
• Is available within our operating hours of 6:00am – 6:00pm

What do We Offer?

Above Award Wages

We recognise and reward quality educators.

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible rostering
• Scheduled RDO options
• Christmas closure each year for a well-deserved break and family time

Incredible Team Culture

• Monthly team lunches provided
• Elaborate end-of-year celebrations
• Supportive, welcoming educators and leadership
• Fair and approachable leadership

Professional Support & Growth

• Paid staff meetings
• Paid and Frequent professional development
• Ongoing mentoring and leadership support
• Monthly visits and support from our Approved Provider, Owner, and Operations Leadership Team
• Branded uniforms
• Incentives for Upskilling

Family-Oriented Benefits

• Staff discounts for children in care
• Incentives for years of service
• Family-owned and operated service that values relationships
• Closure through Christmas week for family time and/or christmas holidays

About our Service

Our beautiful service features:

• A modern purpose-built building
• Strong Child Safe Focus
• Six learning environments
• Two qualified Early Childhood Teachers
• A funded Kindergarten program
• Engaging natural and educational spaces designed for children to thrive