Description:
The Client
At Expeditions Early Learning Journey - Underwood, we're more than just a childcare centre - we're a nurturing learning community where children are supported to explore, grow, and thrive. Our centre is purpose-built with natural outdoor play areas, inviting classrooms, and a team that's passionate about early childhood education.
They are now looking for a qualified and committed Childcare Worker/ Childcare Educator to join their team full-time.
The Role
The role for hire is a Child Care Worker / Educator based in in Underwood in QLD, it is a full-time role with an annual salary between $77,000 to $85,000 depending on experience plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
- Assisting in setting up and preparing educational and recreational materials for children's activities
- Managing children's behaviour and helping them develop positive social skills
- Planning and conducting age-appropriate activities for children's learning and entertainment
- Engaging children with stories, games, and creative play to promote learning
- Supervising children during recreational activities to ensure safety and engagement
- Overseeing children's daily routines, including transitions between activities
- Ensuring children's hygiene is maintained by supporting hand washing and toileting routines
- Encouraging children to participate in group activities to enhance social interaction
- Providing individual attention to children as needed to support their emotional and developmental needs
- Monitoring children's progress and providing feedback to parents or guardians
- Collaborating with other staff members to create a nurturing and educational environment
- Assisting children with meals and ensuring they are following proper mealtime etiquette
- Managing conflict resolution between children in a calm and constructive manner
- Maintaining a clean and organized environment for children to explore and play
- Building nurturing relationships with children and families
- Leading engaging activities that support children's development and curiosity
- Supporting routines like meals, sleep, and hygiene
- Writing learning stories and contributing to educational programs
- Keeping accurate documentation and daily records
- Supporting inclusion and responding to individual needs
The Requirements
- A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or an ACECQA-recognised equivalent)
- Minimum 12 months experience in early childhood education or childcare
- Minimum 12 months experience supervising children during daily routines and recreational activities
- Minimum 12 months experience working with children of different age groups and developmental needs
- Strong communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues
- Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment
- Knowledge of early learning frameworks and curriculums
- Experience with record-keeping, including progress reports and incident logs
- Ability to adapt to changing schedules and needs
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates
- A valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card if you're in QLD)
- A National Police Check
- Good knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
- A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for working with children
- Immunisation records (or willingness to provide them, if required)