We are currently on the lookout for an inspiring Diploma Educator to join our purpose-built Early Childhood service located in Surfers Paradise, QLD!

• Are you an experienced Educator searching for a new workplace to call home?
• Are you seeking an opportunity to advance your career goals within an exciting, multi-service, expanding business?
• Are you ready to join a dynamic and close-knit team of like-minded professionals and help make an impact on children and families during the early years?

If this sounds like you, and you’re up for your next career adventure, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Diploma-qualified Educator at Rise Early Learning Surfers Paradise. You’ll join a team of Educators, collaboratively supporting the learning and development of the children entrusted to your care. You’ll work in an innovative, age-appropriate environment where the RIE approach is embedded thoughtfully into daily practice; fostering a warm and engaging atmosphere. There is potential to step into leadership role, with an opportunity to support Educational Leadership within the service. Working closely with leadership, the right candidate will have an opportunity to ensure the delivery of a high-quality curriculum and care to the children while building strong family partnerships.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Meet the Following Selection Criteria:

• Inclusive of others and brings a positive attitude every day
• Ready to implement contemporary, evidence-informed pedagogy
• Open to our innovative and unique way of programming and practice
• Interest in and/or passion for and drive to embed the RIE approach into everyday practice
• Enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable professional who is relentless in the pursuit of excellence for children and willing to grow with our service
• Motivation to build and maintain positive relationships and meaningful connections with colleagues, families, children, and the wider community.

Essential Criteria:

• Valid Blue Card
• Well developed understanding of contemporary child safe practices
• Available for part-time work across service operational hours (7am- 6pm, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week), and able to be flexible as needed
• ACECQA approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or can be working towards (depending on capacity/course progress). Degree qualified Teachers are not required, and therefore will not be considered at this time
• Current relevant First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Certificates, Food Safety and Child Protection training, with a recognised course code for Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk (or willing to obtain/refresh as required).

About Rise Early Learning

Rise Early Learning Surfers Paradise is a privately-owned and operated Early Childhood Education and Care service catering for children from birth to six years. We have used our combined personal and professional experience in the sector to design services which offer spaces for children, families and Educators to develop trusting relationships, and foster a sense of community. Rise Early Learning are also deeply and dutifully committed to promoting the safety, well-being and inclusion of all children entrusted to our care.

Why Join Our Rise Family?

At Rise, we honour childhood by providing an education and care program that supports the learning of each child. What you can expect:

• Competitive remuneration inclusive of ECE Wage Grant
• Stunning environments and natural resources embedding beautiful practice, education and care for each child’s unique learning journey
• Access to a range of benefits to encourage your professional fulfilment and growth
• Exclusive childcare fee discount at Rise Early Learning to facilitate your return to work and know your family is close by
• Free Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Program to enhance your wellbeing
• Working arrangements that promote a positive work-life balance on offer
• Extensive Professional Development combined with in-house training, coaching and mentoring within work hours as well as team building exercises and social gatherings
• Strong focus on driving a positive and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice
• Access to the Rise Early Learning network which spans across multiple centres throughout QLD and NSW (and growing)Owners and major stakeholders that care, are approachable, and in every aspect of the business.

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria above, alternatively, you may wish to contact our friendly Recruitment team on (02) 7229 5975. Tell us about yourself and your career – we want to know what makes you the perfect fit for our Surfers Paradise service. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note there are currently multiple opportunities to suit your individual needs and we are open to considering qualified and suitable candidates for all available positions. Please also note we are unable to support with Visa sponsorship at this time. We appreciate your understanding, and respect.