Experienced Educator

Only About Children; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay and recognition

Up to 50% childcare discount

Professional development from day one

Career progression towards Advanced,领导

Education assistance and qualification

Wellbeing support

OAC Rewards discounts

Role strengthening outcomes for kids +

Job summary

Only About Children Griffin Brisbane is seeking an Experienced Educator to join our warm, capable team. You will deliver high-quality education and care with autonomy, professional judgement and accountability, while supporting colleagues and mentoring newer staff.

At Griffin, a new campus opening in 2026 will offer six age-based learning environments, an expansive outdoor yard and strong community connections. Your energy and ideas will help shape a joyful centre from day one.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Four years' post-qualification industry experience at Qualified Educator level.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Sound understanding of EYLF, NQF, child development and inclusive practice.
• Advanced skills in planning, documentation, observation and reflective practice.
• Strong communication, mentoring and relationship-building skills.
• Current Working with Children Check and state child protection clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate high-quality learning experiences aligned with EYLF and Grow Curriculum.
• Use teaching, observation, documentation and reflection to support development.
• Create engaging environments promoting curiosity, agency, inclusion and belonging.
• Model child safe practice and professional interactions.
• Mentor less experienced educators and trainees to build confidence.
• Build partnerships with families through clear, responsive communication.
• Contribute to QIP, reflective practice, compliance and campus improvement.

Skills

EYLF alignment

Mentoring

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

We're looking for a warm, capable and professionally confident Experienced Educator to join our team at Only About Children Griffin.

This is a great opportunity for an educator who brings strong practice, sound judgement and the ability to support others while delivering high-quality care and learning.

About our Griffin campus

There's a fresh sense of opportunity at Griffin. Planned to open in 2026, this brand-new purpose-built campus on Wesley Road will sit in one of Moreton Bay's fast-growing communities. With six age-based learning environments, an expansive outdoor yard and new resources, Griffin offers the chance to help shape a new centre from the beginning.

Inside, Griffin will be designed to feel warm, practical and inspiring from day one. Children will learn in well-equipped spaces created for each developmental stage, with outdoor areas designed for different age groups. With planned community connections, onsite incursions and a play-based curriculum, Griffin is a campus where your energy and ideas can help build the culture families will come to trust.

You're The Difference at OAC

At Only About Children, everything starts with one simple truth: You're The Difference.

Your experience matters. The way you guide children, support colleagues and bring calm, thoughtful practice into the room helps shape the quality of each day. As an Experienced Educator, you play an important role in strengthening outcomes for children and helping others grow.

With us, you'll see your impact in children's confidence, family trust and the capability you help build around you.

About the role

As an Experienced Educator, you'll deliver consistently high-quality education and care with autonomy, professional judgement and accountability.

You'll support children's learning and wellbeing, contribute to room and campus improvement, and mentor less experienced educators through modelling, feedback and day-to-day guidance.

What you'll do

• Plan, implement and evaluate high-quality learning experiences aligned with the EYLF and OAC Grow Curriculum.
• Use intentional teaching, observation, documentation and reflection to support children's development.
• Create engaging learning environments that promote curiosity, agency, inclusion and belonging.
• Model child safe practice, positive behaviour guidance and professional interactions with children.
• Mentor less experienced educators and trainees to build confidence and capability.
• Build strong partnerships with families through clear, respectful and responsive communication.
• Contribute to QIP, reflective practice, compliance and continuous improvement across the room and campus.

What you'll bring

• Completed Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Four years' post-qualification industry experience at Qualified Educator level.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Sound understanding of EYLF, NQF, child development and inclusive practice.
• Advanced skills in planning, documentation, observation and reflective practice.
• Strong communication, mentoring and relationship-building skills.
• Current Working with Children Check and relevant state-based child protection clearance.

What we offer

• Above award pay and recognition, including worker retention payment, Thank You and Excellence Awards, loyalty milestone recognition and our Refer a Friend Program.
• Up to 50% childcare discount for eligible team members, plus paid parental leave and salary sacrifice options.
• Professional development from day one, including Grow Curriculum training, First Aid and CPR, Nurture Inspire Program and Soundbite sessions.
• Career progression towards Advanced Educator and leadership pathways, with guidance and development opportunities.
• Education assistance and qualification support, including financial contributions and paid study leave where eligible.
• Wellbeing support, including two Wellbeing Days, additional annual leave purchase options and 24/7 TELUS Health EAP access.
• Everyday savings through OAC Rewards, with discounts across groceries, retail and more.
• A role where your experience helps strengthen outcomes for children and educators.

Child safety and inclusion

At Only About Children, child safety is at the centre of everything we do. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm, and we are committed to creating safe, nurturing and inclusive environments where every child has a voice, feels safe, and is valued and respected.

Everyone who joins our team shares responsibility for upholding child safe practices, meeting regulatory requirements and supporting children's wellbeing. Successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant working with children, background and compliance checks.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to child safety, inclusion and high-quality early learning.