Lead Educator's and Educator's

Tamborine Early Education; Scenic Rim Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful setting

Bush Kindy program

Professional development

Leadership support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tamborine Early Education is seeking Certificate III and Diploma qualified educators to join our warm, supportive team in a nature-filled, community-focused service. We value meaningful relationships with children and families and deliver play-based learning guided by the EYLF and our practice philosophy.

Positions require availability across five days (6:30am–6:30pm, Monday–Friday), with casual opportunities possible for flexible applicants who share our values and commitment to high-quality

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is required.
• Queensland Blue Card is required.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Build warm, genuine and trusting relationships with children and families.
• Create meaningful learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration.
• Work collaboratively with educators and contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.
• Support natural, play-based learning and opportunities for children to connect with their environment.
• Promote sustainability, inclusion and respect throughout everyday practice.
• Document children’s learning reflecting the EYLF and service philosophy.
• Reflect on practice and contribute to continuous improvement.

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

ACECQ-recognised equivalent

Job description

Certificate III & Diploma Qualified Educators

Tamborine Early Education

Where hearts are nurtured, imaginations bloom, and educators shine.

Join a service where every day is meaningful, every child is known and valued, and educators are supported to do what they do best.

At Tamborine Early Education, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, connection, discovery and joy. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Tamborine, our service is proudly family-owned and built around genuine relationships with our children, families, educators and wider community.

We are looking for passionate Certificate III and Diploma Qualified Educators who love working alongside children, value meaningful relationships and want to be part of a collaborative and supportive team.

About the Role

We have opportunities available for Certificate III and Diploma Qualified Educators to join our team.

We are seeking educators with availability across five days per week during our operating hours of 6:30am–6:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Casual opportunities may also be available for educators with flexible availability who share our values and commitment to high-quality early childhood education and care.

At Tamborine Early Education, you’ll be part of a team that values respectful relationships, play-based learning and a curriculum shaped by children’s interests, ideas, voices and connection with the world around them.

As Part of Our Team, You Will:

• Build warm, genuine and trusting relationships with children and families.
• Create meaningful learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration.
• Work collaboratively with educators and contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.
• Support natural, play-based learning and opportunities for children to connect with their environment.
• Promote sustainability, inclusion and respect throughout everyday practice.
• Document children’s learning in meaningful ways that reflect the EYLF and our service philosophy.
• Reflect on your practice and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Help create an environment where children feel safe, secure, confident and empowered to learn.

What We Offer

• A beautiful, community-focused service surrounded by nature
• Natural play environments that encourage exploration, curiosity and adventure
• A Bush Kindy program supporting children to connect with nature and Country
• A supportive leadership team that values your ideas, strengths and contribution
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow
• A workplace focused on relationships, wellbeing and high-quality early childhood practice
• Career development opportunities within a growing, family-owned early education group

About You

You’re an educator who brings warmth, purpose and genuine enthusiasm to your work with children.

Whether you’re an experienced Diploma Qualified Educator or a Certificate III Educator looking for your next opportunity, we’re looking for people who believe in creating meaningful childhood experiences and genuinely enjoy being part of a team.

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-recognised equivalent
• A current Queensland Blue Card
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Availability across our operating hours of Monday–Friday, 6:30am–6:30pm
• Knowledge of the EYLF and National Quality Standard
• A positive, reflective and collaborative approach
• A genuine commitment to children’s wellbeing, learning and development

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you’re passionate about early childhood education and looking for a service where relationships matter, nature inspires learning and educators are valued, we’d love to hear from you.