Casual Assistant Educator

About the role

Pelicans in the City Centre One, an early childhood centre run by G8 Education, is offering a casual Assistant Educator position in Cairns. The centre provides indoor and outdoor play areas, rooms with age-appropriate technology and learning resources, and runs from 6:30am to 6:00pm, catering for up to 88 children when at capacity. The role suits an experienced Certificate III or Diploma qualified educator who wants to join a supportive team of qualified Early Childhood professionals.

Required profile

• Minimum ACECQA approved Certificate III or Diploma qualification in Children's Services
• Proven sector experience working with children aged 0-5 years in an early childhood service
• Current Working with Children Check
• First Aid certificate

Required skills

• Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Understanding of the National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What we offer

• Above award wages
• Career advancement opportunities across G8's network of 400+ centres
• Access to the online learning platform Wonder.LAB with more than 70 hours of professional development
• Employee Assistance Program counselling for team members and their families
• Access to a benefits platform with 600+ retailers and health and wellness programs
• Flexible work arrangements, including options for full-time, part-time or other schedules