Childcare Worker
Trade · Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Love working with little ones? A well-established early learning provider in Queensland is hiring 12 passionate Childcare Workers for full-time positions.
If you are caring, motivated and enjoy creating happy learning moments for young children, this could be the start of a rewarding career. You will be part of a professional team of educators who work together to support each child's development, encourage their interests and build strong bonds with families.
Visa sponsorship is available for eligible overseas applicants, giving qualified international childcare professionals a chance to build a career in Australia, subject to the relevant visa and employment requirements. Carers and educators from the Philippines and elsewhere are welcome to apply if they meet the requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Look after children aged 0–6 years with close attention, gentle guidance and careful supervision, in a safe, caring and stimulating space where they feel valued and supported
- Help children grow in curiosity, confidence, independence and social skills
- Help plan and run fun, age-appropriate learning activities that follow the Early Years Learning Framework
- Watch each child's progress and add to learning documentation, portfolios, electronic programming and developmental records
- Build real, respectful relationships with children and their families
- Keep in regular, professional contact with parents, guardians and co-workers
- Work closely with fellow educators so care stays consistent and high quality
- Bring ideas and activities that get children learning and joining in, while supporting each child's own needs, interests and goals
- Keep the centre a positive and inclusive place
- Follow workplace policies, child safety procedures and regulations, working within the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards
- Join training, professional development and team activities
Requirements & Eligibility
- Currently studying or already holding a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Diploma-qualified candidates are also welcome to apply
- A real passion for caring for and teaching young children, and a desire to build a long-term career in the Australian early childhood sector
- Warm, patient and positive with children
- Strong communication and people skills, and able to build trust with children, families and colleagues
- Reliable, responsible and professional at work
- A strong team player who collaborates well
- Enthusiastic, energetic, eager to learn, and flexible and open-minded with children and educators
- Understanding of the EYLF, NQF, National Regulations and National Quality Standards
- Comfortable with computers and electronic documentation systems
- Current Queensland Blue Card or able to obtain one, and able to pass a National Police Check
- First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training, or willing to obtain the required certifications
- Overseas candidates must meet applicable qualification and ACECQA assessment requirements
- English language proficiency suitable for the relevant visa pathway, and able to satisfy applicable Australian visa and sponsorship conditions
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