Lady Gowrie QLD is a leader in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), sponsoring a wide range of services. As a not-for-profit organisation, we take pride in our rich history in early childhood education in Queensland and across Australia. Our core values—excellence, inclusion, engagement, and integrity—drive our work with children, families, communities, and the support we offer to our professional staff. We are currently seeking a dedicated, passionate and qualified Early Childhood Educator to undertake a full time role at Headstart kindergarten. As First Nations Kindergartens, we highly encourage applications from people who identify as part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community or educators with extensive experience working in community. These services have strong community connections and have been supporting children & families and surrounding area for over 50 years. The role will require you to provide a culturally safe and quality educational program for the children and families in supporting positive outcomes for each individual child. About the role The ideal applicant will have previous experience in a similar role and the following key skills: The role of the Early Childhood Educator is key in supporting the Early Childhood Teacher in the delivery of the kindergarten program. The position requires you to work full time, Monday to Friday. Passion for connecting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families within the Townsville community Ability to work with the schools within the Townsville community This is a stand-alone kindergarten which provides a program for children turning 4 and operates in school term times only. What we can offer you Be part of a strong and successful kindergarten Attractive wages as per our Lady Gowrie Community Kindergarten Enterprise Agreement Ongoing professional development, and support from an experienced leadership team Fully funded Blue Card and First Aid/CPR including Asthma and Anaphylaxis Additional Leave entitlements with an annual Anniversary Day and Wellness Day Access to Employee Assistance Programs to support ongoing staff Wellbeing The successful applicants will have Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or actively working towards these Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard Hold a current Blue Card and hold current first aid/CPR including asthma and anaphylaxis Experience in developing engaging educational programs to support the learning and development of children Proven experience building and maintaining strong relationships and partnerships with Children, Families and Colleagues. At Lady Gowrie QLD , we are committed to building an inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. If this sounds like the right role for you, take the next step and apply now via SEEK! We appreciate all applicants, though only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
