Are you driven by a genuine passion for early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play, exploration, and discovery in shaping young minds? If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and take the next step in your career, this is the opportunity for you. We’re looking for a dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Guardian Mt Barker. This role is perfect for a teacher who values creativity, collaboration, and continuous professional growth. Why Join Us? Career Growth Ongoing professional learning, coaching, & workshops Clear pathways to leadership and specialist roles Great Pay & Perks Above-award pay 10% award rate allowance 6 weeks annual leave Paid first aid training and renewals Generous childcare discounts & referral bonuses up to $2k Access to 2,000 wellbeing and lifestyle discounts via WHEREFIT Well-resourced, fun, and welcoming spaces The Opportunity As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will: Lead and mentor a team of educators, ensuring excellent care for every child Build strong, trusting relationships with families Support educators to deliver modern, play-based learning programs Champion your centre’s values: brave, positive, thoughtful, and professional Use Storypark to share learning with families and encourage their involvement Maintain children’s learning profiles and drive ongoing improvement Join leadership groups to grow your skills and help shape centre decisions Centre Highlights Our brand-new, 97-place centre boasts a stunning open-plan design spread across six carefully crafted rooms—creating an inspiring and welcoming space for both educators and little learners. . Located in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, we’re close to Nairne, Murray Bridge, Stirling, and Crafers. Join a passionate, supportive team—it’s more than a job, it’s a community. You’ll Have Tertiary Qualifications in Early Childhood Education as approved by ACECQA Previous experience as an ECT Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS, Current SA Teacher Registration Working with Children Check (South Australia) Apply now! Take the next step in your career Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. At Guardian Childcare & Education, children’s safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. *for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted. Early Childhood Teacher Full-time Permanent All SA SA Mt Barker Bollen Road Mt Barker So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.
