Educators (Diploma qualified & Certificate III)

Simply Sunshine Early Education; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Outdoor learning spaces

Career growth opportunities

Supportive management

Job summary

Simply Sunshine Early Education in Moranbah, QLD, invites qualified educators (Diploma and Certificate III) to join a community-based not-for-profit service caring for 124+ children daily across long day care and kindergarten. Roles are flexible full-time or part-time, with a nature-inspired, well-resourced environment.

The ideal candidate will hold EYLF/NQS expertise, be ready to plan learning experiences, build strong relationships with children and families, and contribute to a supportive

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS required.
• Experience planning for children’s learning and development.
• Ability to build relationships with children and families based on trust.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality early childhood programs aligned with EYLF.
• Plan and document learning experiences for children birth to 6 years.
• Support and mentor team members to foster professional growth.
• Collaborate with families and external partners to support outcomes.

Skills

EYLF knowledge

NQS knowledge

Team player

Mentoring others

Education

Diploma

Certificate III

Job description

Simply Sunshine Early Education – Moranbah QLD

Simply Sunshine is a community based not-for-profit organization located in the town of Moranbah just a few short hours from the vast and beautiful coastline of Queensland. Our service provides care for 124+ children per day in both our long day care, and standalone kindergarten.

Simply Sunshine has been providing high quality care to the children and families of Moranbah for more than 30 years valuing the professionalism of all our educators in ways that make work fun!

Are you ready to join an amazing team that supports your career goals?

Then we have the role for you!

We are looking for Qualified Educators (Diploma and Certificate III) who are passionate about providing quality education and care for children birth to 6 years of age, with flexible full-time, part-time hours. We provide high quality care and education through a well-resourced and newly refurbished environment inspired by nature, and outdoor learning. A place where children and educators alike can explore, develop, and grow through play.

Our ideal candidate will benefit from possessing the following attributes:

• Strong knowledge of the EYLF and the NQS to deliver quality programs
• Experience with, or willingness to learn programming and planning for children’s learning
• Respect for the capability of children and their interests in learning through their own view of the world
• The ability to build relationships with children and families built on trust and respect
• Be a team player that supports the professional and personal growth of others
• The ability to mentor, support and lead others

What’s in it for you?

At Simply Sunshine it is our strong belief that we are nothing without our people, therefore; we support and encourage our educators to become the best they can be through the following ways:

• Employment incentives
• Above award wages
• Support from an experienced and supportive management team
• Supportive working environment with flexible working arrangement opportunities
• Ongoing paid professional development and leadership opportunities
• Opportunity to grow and develop your career
• Large natural outdoor learning spaces for children
• Fantastic employment opportunities in the local area for partners
• Certificate III in ECEC, Diploma, working towards with at least 50% course completion or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates
• Valid working with children’s check
• Passion for children and early childhood

Work Rights

We welcome applicants who are Australian citizens or hold valid working rights in Australia.

Please note that employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Commitment to Child Safety, Wellbeing and Cultural Inclusion

Children’s safety, wellbeing, and voices are our highest priority. Simply Sunshine Early Education & Kindergarten has zero tolerance for abuse or neglect and responds promptly to all concerns in line with legal and regulatory requirements. We are committed to a culturally safe, inclusive environment that respects and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Our practices actively support and strengthen cultural safety for children, families, and communities. All team members are responsible for upholding child safety and contributing to a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment.