Expeditions Early Learning Journey is a small family-owned and operated company. We have multiple services across QLD and are looking for our next shining stars to join our incredible journey. An opportunity has been created at our amazing Raceview Service , our Raceview service delivers a home away from home feel with long-standing Educators. Our Team is growing and we are on the lookout for the next superstars to join the team.

At Expeditions, you work alongside a fantastic Director who has created a collaborative, supportive and fun working environment for their team of Educators. Expeditions has built a highly respectable reputation within our community for being open, honest, supportive and present for our team. Our Expedition Raceview service is supported by a team of Educators who have created a consistent and stable environment for the children, families and community.

We want our team to feel supported and valued, and to do this, we need you! We are willing to talk, discuss, and maybe offer you a role with us here at Expeditions. You would be a part of a strong team, learn, grow, and have that balance, too.

We are looking to fill the following positions in the service:

Early Childhood Teacher can be a working towards (wage negotiable)

Educational Leader

Lead Educator (full time)

Assistant Educators (can be working towards)

The position encompasses the following:

Providing quality childcare, supervision and support to the children, families and other staff members at our service

Ensuring the centre is compliant with all state legislation and NQF standards

Delivering a program compliant with the learning frameworks and based around the children's interests

Delivering consistent high-quality care and presentation to all work practices

Building and maintaining strong relationships with centre staff, parents, children and the wider community

About Our Centre

Mission (what we do everyday)

To ensure that every child in our care feels safe, happy, secure, supported and valued in a vibrant environment that allows each child to learn through enquiry, discovery, imaginative play and guided social interactions.
We also strive to create a supportive and respectful environment for all of our families and Educators to ensure a positive environment is created with a family orientated feeling.

Vision (where we are going)

We strive to create extraordinary children through holistic growth encompassing innovative learning, nutrition and mindfulness.

Values (the non-negotiable)

We value fun, empathy, understanding, integrity and accountability. We also value respectful relationships to ensure we are creating an environment that is accepting of the diverse world around us and the different cultures we experience each day.

A culture where the leadership is "do as I do, not do as I say". We are very passionate about creating a childcare centre where parents know and sense their children are in safe, loving hands. Parents should feel comfortable that their children's learning is value based and the children come home smiling, confident and looking forward to returning to the centre. We also value that everyone involved in the centre loves to be there and look forward to another day.

To be successful in your application, you must have the following:

ECT or working towards

Qualified Cert 3 and Diploma or working towards

Current Working with Children Check

Police Criminal Check

Child Protection Training

Current First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Asthma and CPR qualifications

Experience implementing the various learning frameworks (specifically the EYLF)

Ability to provide a rich and stimulating environment to all children

Professional attitude

Effective and competent communicator

Empathy, motivation, inspiration and a genuine love for the education of children

Ability to work with a supportive network, i.e. Director, Assistant Director, Educational Leader and external management company

A high attention to detail, ability to provide an organised room environment and ability to work within a fast-paced environment

What we offer:

Above award wage

Paid Birthday Leave each year

90% off childcare fees

Paid Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

any many more

If you believe you are the right candidate for one of these roles and believe in our company's mission statement and goals, we would like to hear from you.

Please email a cover letter and resume outlining your experience to [email protected] and we will be in touch with you.