🌿Join the Acorn Child Care Centre Family – Where Passion Meets Purpose! 🌿

Are you a Diploma-qualified Early Childhood Educator who loves learning, leading, and creating magical moments for children? Acorn Child Care Centre in Bundaberg East seeks a passionate Lead Educator to take the reins and inspire young minds through creativity, connection, and care!

At Acorn, we don’t just provide childcare—we build a community of lifelong learners. Our service is deeply rooted in nurturing relationships, empowering educators, and celebrating every child's unique journey.

What Makes Acorn Special?

Above Award Wages + 10% Educator Retention Grant Wage Boost!

75% off childcare fees for your children

Generous budgets for learning resources and enriching experiences

All expenses paid for professional development & training

Career growth opportunities within a thriving, growing and supportive team

Chef prepared lunch daily for the staff to enjoy

All uniforms are paid for

Paid team meetings and dinner provided

Termly appreciation celebration.

Leadership Development Programs, annual Flu Shots, First Aid, Child Protection Training, and more!

Your Role as a Lead Educator:

Create a warm, inclusive, and engaging environment where children thrive

Lead a dynamic team with positivity and purpose

Design tailored educational experiences based on each child’s needs

Build strong connections with families and the wider community

Uphold excellence in practice, guided by the EYLF, NQS, and Acorn’s own high standards

Reflect, grow, and contribute to a centre that values YOU

What We’re Looking For:

Diploma or higher in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved)

Current Paid Blue Card

Up-to-date First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certificates

Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQF, and a heart for meaningful education

A collaborative, passionate, and energetic spirit!

Ready to Grow with Acorn?

Send your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you’d love to join Acorn Child Care Centre to Centre Director- Katrina Wiles at [email protected]

🌿Don’t just work—belong. At Acorn, you’ll be supported, celebrated, and given space to flourish. We can’t wait to welcome you! 🌿

Only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in helping Acorn grow, nurture and care for our children.