Progress your career as a Leader and Educator!

Enjoy a generous salary of up to $147K + Super and more!

Relocation assistance up to $10K to help you make Rockhampton your home!

Join a nurturing Christian learning community in a vibrant regional QLD location

Kingsley College - Welcome to our Kindy!

Located in Rockhampton, Kingsley College has seen a steady growth of students over the last five years. Founded in 1993, our college educates students with a Christian worldview, emphasising the Word of God and the Lordship of Christ in their service to the world. We currently have more than 260 students studying on campus and via distance education. Kingsley's campus is home to our Early Learning Centre. Opened in 2022, our centre has modern built-for-purpose facilities, and we nurture and educate children aged 3-4, preparing them for school life.

For more information, please visit www.kingsley.qld.edu.au

About the Opportunity

Early Learning – Kingsley College is looking for a full-time Early Childhood Teacher & Director based in North Rockhampton, QLD.

This unique dual-role opportunity involves working five days per fortnight as a classroom Early Childhood Teacher and five days per fortnight in a Director leadership capacity.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Leading a mixed-age early childhood group with developmentally appropriate programs

Facilitating quality Christian learning experiences guided by the Reggio Emilia approach

Leading the implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)

Overseeing curriculum, staff engagement, and policy development

Partnering with families to support each child's learning and wellbeing

Supporting administrative processes, including rostering and enrolment coordination

Collaborating with other staff and the nominated supervisor (School Principal)

Fostering a safe, engaging, and inclusive early learning environment

The centre operates from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

The appointment of a suitable applicant may be made before the closing date for applications.

About You

To qualify, you will need a Bachelor-level Early Childhood Teaching qualification and Queensland Teacher Registration. Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

Prior experience in a leadership or director role within an early learning service

Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Experience working with Quality Improvement Plans and early learning policies

A heart for Christian education and the ability to integrate faith naturally in daily practice

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with families and staff

Strong organisational and leadership capabilities to manage people and programs

As our ideal candidate, you will be:

A committed Christian who aligns with Kingsley College’s Statement of Faith and lifestyle requirements

A compassionate, relationship-oriented leader who is approachable and culturally sensitive

A team player with a desire to support and grow the capabilities of those around you

Someone with initiative, a growth mindset, and a love for empowering young learners

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Early Childhood Teacher ready to take the next step into leadership or for someone seeking a fresh, meaningful career change in a nurturing, faith-based environment.

About the Benefits

You will receive an attractive base salary of circa $86,600 to $147,048 PLUS Super (based on skills and experience) and great benefits, including:

Up to $10,000 relocation assistance to help you settle comfortably

12 weeks of school holidays per year

10 days per year sick leave/personal leave

Access to paid parental leave

A balanced dual-role structure with minimal out-of-term commitments

Dedicated admin and finance staff, reducing your non-educational workload

Opportunities for spiritual development, including worship, devotions, and retreats

Professional growth and leadership development pathways

A supportive Christian culture and a close-knit early learning team

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about growing professionally while helping shape young lives, we invite you to APPLY TODAY!