Service: St Luke's Long Day Care & Kindergarten
Long Day Care Time: 7 am – 6 pm
Kindergarten Time: 8.30 am -2.45 pm
Qualification Required: Cert III in Early Childhood Education or WT
Hourly Rate: $26.42 - $29.95 Base rate + Superannuation based on the Qualification and experience

About the Opportunity
Take advantage of an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team. Join our St Luke's Long Day Care & Kindergarten and use your knowledge, skills and experience to deliver quality education and care. Feel valued for your contribution and play a part in our culture of GROW (Genuine, Respectful, Open and Welcoming). At St Luke's we provide care for children from six weeks old up to Kindergarten, a maximum of 78 children.

About our St Luke's Service:

• Peaceful location near Capalaba CBD, next to St Luke’s Primary School
• On-site chef serving fresh, healthy meals
• Veggie patch and nature-based learning programs
• Bush Kindy program for outdoor exploration

Key Responsibilities:

• Create engaging, educational activities that promote children's well-being.
• Ensure a safe, supportive environment for children to thrive.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
• Promote the service in line with Catholic Early EdCare’s philosophy.
• Engage in professional development to grow personally and professionally.
• Foster a love of learning in children that will last a lifetime.
• Build strong relationships with families, educators, and the community.

Job Requirements:

• Certificate III in Children Services (or working towards) or equivalent as per ACECQA guidelines would be desirable but not essential
• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Knowledge and understanding of the childcare industry practices including legislative requirements and quality frameworks.
• A passion for the education and care of children aged 6 weeks -Kindergarten aged in a play-based learning environment.
• Effective workplace communication skills

The Benefits

• Above Award Rates – Competitive salary reflecting your experience.
• Staff Discount – 95% off at 130+ CEEC services.
• Reward & Recognition Program – Recognition for your hard work and contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for mental and emotional well-being.
• Continuous Growth – Access to professional development opportunities.

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.