At Exploring Tree, we believe children learn best when educators feel supported, valued, and inspired every day.

We are looking for a creative and passionate Arts Educator to join our team.

This role is for someone who enjoys art, creativity, and hands-on learning with children. You will help children explore ideas, try new things, and express themselves through art.

At Exploring Tree, we create safe and welcoming places where children learn through play, creativity, and discovery.

We work as a team to support children, families, and each other in a caring and respectful environment.

If you love art and working with young children, we would love to hear from you.

About Exploring Tree

At Exploring Tree, we believe children learn best when educators feel supported, valued, and inspired every day.

We are looking for a creative and passionate Arts Educator to join our team.

This role is for someone who enjoys art, creativity, and hands-on learning with children. You will help children explore ideas, try current things, and express themselves through art.

At Exploring Tree, we create safe and welcoming places where children learn through play, creativity, and discovery.

We work as a team to support children, families, and each other in a caring and respectful environment.

If you love art and working with young children, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As an Arts Educator, you will help children learn through creative art experiences.

You will work in our Atelier (art space) and other learning areas to support children’s creativity and ideas.

As an Arts Educator, you will:

- Run art and creative activities in the Atelier and learning spaces

- Help children use different art materials like paint, clay, and drawing tools

- Encourage children to share ideas and express themselves





- Work with educators to include art in daily learning programs

- Support children’s learning, creativity, wellbeing, and confidence

- Help record children’s learning and creative work

- Join team meetings and training sessions

- Work with the team to plan fun and creative learning experiences

- Keep a safe, calm, and welcoming creative space

- Follow child-safe rules and safe work practices

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Experience or qualification in Early Childhood Education (Certificate III or Diploma preferred, or working towards)

- Interest or background in visual arts or creative work

- A love for creativity and working with children

- A warm, caring, and positive attitude

- Good communication and teamwork skills

- Willingness to learn and grow

- Confidence supporting children in creative activities

- A commitment to child safety and inclusion

- A current Working With Children Check

- First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis (or willingness to get these)

Why Join Us?

At Exploring Tree, we support our team and help them grow.

We offer:

- Good pay based on experience and skills

- Higher educator-to-child ratios

- Supportive leaders and mentoring

- Ongoing training and learning opportunities

- Opportunities to attend conferences and events

- Work with experienced educators and leaders

- Access to a purpose-built Atelier (art space)

- Creative arts, music, dance, wellness, and Christian education programs

- A canine (therapy dog) program

- Paid birthday leave

- Childcare discounts for eligible staff

- Time in lieu for extra hours worked

- A kind, supportive, and team-focused workplace

About Our Centres

Our centres are purpose-built and designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, and learning.

We value strong relationships, teamwork, and a caring environment where both children and educators can grow.

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