Educator - Hamilton

Join Our Team at St Cecilia's Long Day Care & Kindergarten, Hamilton!

Located in the heritage-listed St Cecilia's school building, our centre offers families the best of both worlds — modern facilities mixed with old-world charm. With high ceilings, French doors, and polished timber floors, our service provides a comfortable, home-like space where up to 49 children feel relaxed, safe, and truly at ease.

We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic casual Early Childhood Educator to join our wonderful team, supporting and caring for young children in a safe and positive learning environment. You'll be involved in planning engaging activities, supervising children, supporting their development, and building strong connections with families and fellow staff members.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and excited to work in one of Brisbane's most unique and charming centres, we'd love to hear from you — apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with children to create fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences that support their wellbeing
• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming, and nurturing environment
• Work collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families
• Build strong rapport with families, educators, and the wider community
• Promote the service within the local community in accordance with Catholic Early EdCare's expectations and educational philosophy
• Play a pivotal role in developing children's lifelong love of learning
• Participate actively in professional and personal development

Job Requirements:

• Hold (or are working towards) a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA approved equivalent
• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Hold or being willing to obtain National Child Safety Training - Course 1 & 2, Course 3 & 4 not compulsory but highly regarded
• Knowledge and understanding of childcare industry practices including legislative requirements and quality frameworks
• A passion for the education and care of children aged 6 weeks to Kindergarten age in a play-based learning environment
• Effective workplace communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards
• Flexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC's 130+ services, if desired
• Work life balance - Benefit from the flexibility of casual shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits
• Continuous Growth Opportunities - Unlock your potential with access to tailored professional development, empowering you to pursue further studies and continuous learning, fostering a culture of growth and expertise within our team
• Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution
• Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team
• Up to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services — supporting both your career and your family

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe: Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.