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Join a team that truly values and supports you. Our well-resourced centre provides everything you need to thrive in your teaching journey — from tools and mentorship to a welcoming environment where you can grow with confidence.

Start your career where you're empowered to succeed.

Service Name: Good Shepherd Childcare and Kindergarten (Springfield Lakes)
Role: Early Childhood Teacher
Position: 1 Permanent Full time
Qualification: An ACECQA approved Graduate Diploma, Bachelor or Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Pay Rate: $40.64 - $52.30 + Superannuation + Benefits

About our Service:
Good Shepherd Childcare Services offers long day care, kindergarten, and outside school hours care in a purpose-built centre designed to inspire creativity, exploration, and learning.

• A vibrant tight-knit community
• Natural huge yard includes mud kitchen
• Dedicated Art and Music room
• Restaurant with Alfresco Dining
• On-site cook

As our ECT, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive programs
• Foster a safe and nurturing environment
• Maintain documentation and assessments
• Support professional growth and development
• Ensure compliance with all regulations
• Create a stimulating learning space

The Benefits

• Above Award Rates - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards!
• Staff Discount - 95% staff discount across any of 130+ CEEC services across the archdiocese.
• Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work, and outstanding contribution! 
• Employee Assistance Program - Enjoy access to our Employee Assistance Program, providing a confidential and caring support system that prioritises your mental and emotional well-being.
• Employee Referral Programme - We value great people—refer a friend and help us grow our amazing team!

What you will need:

• An ACECQA approved Graduate Diploma, Bachelor or Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) from the Queensland Government
• Position may require being the Responsible Person on site in the absence of the Director
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework, Behavioural Management Framework and National Law/Regulations
• Conversant with Early Years Learning Framework & the QLD Kindergarten Learning Guidelines

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe
Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

How to Apply:
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.

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