ABOUT US

At Habitat Early Learning, we believe children thrive when their education, nutrition, and health are all nurtured together. Rated Exceeding under the National Quality Standard, we’re proud to set the benchmark in early learning by giving children the very best start in life.

Our philosophy is easy: Happy Staff, Happy Children, Happy Families.

WHY HABITAT?

- Grow your skills and leadership potential through our in-house professional development sessions, delivered by our expert Emergent and Montessori curriculum leaders

- Accelerated Apprenticeship opportunities: From upskilling support to transparent progression pathways, we give you the confidence and tools to reach your next career milestone

- Curriculum: Enjoy the unique opportunity to work across both Play‑Based and Montessori approaches, enriching your practice and professional growth through hands‑on, meaningful practice.

- Above award rates + EWRA: Habitat are proud to provide you access to the Government Early Childhood Education and Care Worker Retention Payment on top of our above award rates

- Staff childcare priority access & discounts: Secure priority enrolment for your child and benefit from a 50% reduction in gap fees, making quality early learning more affordable and accessible

- Bonuses that celebrate YOU: From birthday and anniversary bonuses to monthly recognition awards, you and your contributions never go unnoticed. Plus, earn $500 for every successful educator referral — our way of thanking you for helping grow the Habitat community!

- Free daily chef-made lunches: Our staff enjoy nutritious, freshly made meals every day, crafted by our talented in‑house kitchen team. It’s one of the many ways we support your wellbeing and make your workday easier

- Free annual Flu vaccinations: Your health matters. Habitat provides complimentary flu vaccinations each year, giving you extra protection, peace of mind, and support throughout flu season!

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):



We’re committed to supporting the wellbeing of our valued educators through confidential counselling and guidance services, ensuring you have access to help whenever you need it

ABOUT THE ROLE

Through music, movement/dance, story and drama, children are provided with ways to express themselves, and their emotions, understand, appreciate and respond to their worlds.

Are you passionate about music, dance and/or drama and love working with young children? Join our team at Habitat Early Learning to deliver our Performing Arts program across our Ferny Grove and Nundah services.

The performing arts program is delivered throughout the year during school term.

The position is Casual, 20-25 hours per week across two services, between 9am and 1pm

Responsibilities:

- Prepare the weekly Performing Arts Program

- Teach performing arts (music, dance and/or drama) to children aged 2-5 years

- In collaboration with the classroom educator, supervision of children during recreational activities

- Assist the Centre Director during performance and music events, including but not limited to annual end of year Kindergarten graduation

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will need:

- A recognised Early Childhood Education and Care qualification (Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education) is highly desirable, but not essential

- Hold or be willing to obtain Blue Card

· Hold or be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training

- Current Australian Drivers Licence (essential)





- Qualified and/or experienced in performing arts; Music, dance and drama

- Passion for music, dance and drama

- Passion for working with young children

- Be creative, energetic and have a willingness to work as part of a team

- Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills

- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with children, families and colleagues keen to work harmoniously in a team environment

If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and have a genuine love for children and performing arts, we want to hear from you!

Please note: Habitat Early Learning do not offer employer sponsorship.

Please submit your resume and cover letter via Seek.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information about Habitat Early Learning, please visit our website www.habitatlearning.qld.edu.au or contact HR via **@habitatlearning.com.au

This role requires a criminal record check (also known as a police check) as part of the recruitment process. Such checks help us maintain our strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children in our care. Preferred applicants will be required to obtain a criminal record check through our checking process, and provide the necessary documentation. Please note that providing consent for a criminal record check is a condition of employment.

At Habitat Early Learning, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we work and play. Our learning community walks together in the spirit of Reconciliation.

We are guided by the principle “Notice. Act. Protect.”, where concerns reported, are concerns addressed. Speaking up is encouraged, supported, and acted upon.

Habitat Early Learning is a Child Safe Organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. We are committed to embedding child safe principles into all recruitment, selection, and employment practices to ensure children’s safety and wellbeing is prioritised at all times.

📌 Educator - Performing Arts Facilitator (Ferny Grove)
🏢 Habitat Early Learning
📍 Ferny Grove