Permanent Educator

Journey Early Learning Careers; Palmerston; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EWRP Educator Worker Retention Payment

Birthday leave

Mental Health First Aid & EAP

Discounts

Professional development & mentoring

Job summary

Journey Early Learning is seeking a warm, reliable Permanent Float Educator to join the Durack Heights team. This role is Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, and focuses on supporting children's development, wellbeing, and learning across all age groups.

You’ll collaborate with a supportive team to deliver safe, engaging, play‑based learning in line with the EYLF, build strong relationships with children and families, and contribute to observations and reflective practice.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Must have completed National Child Safety Training.
• Confident supporting children across multiple age groups.
• Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificates (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience with Storypark or similar platforms is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development across all rooms and age groups
• Assist with daily routines and transitions throughout the centre
• Deliver engaging, play‑based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to observations, documentation, and reflective practice
• Work collaboratively with educators and leadership to support quality outcomes
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and safeguarding

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal

First Aid, Asthma, Anaphylaxis

Multi-age group support

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Permanent Educator | Durack

Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

We’re looking for a warm, reliable, and passionate Early Childhood Educator to join our Durack Heights team as a Permanent Float Educator.

In this role, you’ll support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing across all age groups, providing consistency and support wherever it’s needed most. Working alongside a collaborative team, you’ll help create safe, engaging, and play‑based learning environments where children feel confident, connected, and supported to grow.

This is an ideal opportunity for an educator who enjoys variety, builds strong relationships quickly, and thrives in a dynamic centre environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support learning and development across all rooms and age groups
• Assist with daily routines and transitions throughout the centre
• Deliver engaging, play‑based learning experiences aligned with the EYLF
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to observations, documentation, and reflective practice
• Work collaboratively with educators and leadership to support quality outcomes
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and safeguarding

About You

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Must have completed National Child Safety Training
• Confident supporting children across multiple age groups
• Positive, reliable, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Current First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificates (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience with Storypark or similar platforms is an advantage

Growth & Development at Journey

At Journey, professional growth is encouraged and supported. As a permanent educator, you'll have access to Journey Academy, mentoring, and ongoing professional development opportunities to build your confidence, capability, and career.

Why You’ll Love Journey

• Educator Worker Retention Payment (EWRP)
• Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition
• Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Supportive leadership and positive team culture
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Safeguarding Commitment

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We follow our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and the See, Act, Tell framework to ensure every child is safe, secure, and protected every day.