Certificate III -Qualified Early Childhood Educator – Permanent Full-Time
Little Wishes Early Learning Carina – Carina QLD
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
You must have Certificate III in early years and have full working rights and qualifications. This is a full-time role, 38 hours per week. Are you an experienced early childhood educator ready for a fresh, and rewarding challenge?
At Little Wishes, a vibrant, 119-place family-owned centre in the heart of Carina, we celebrate passionate educators who love what they do. Here, you'll be part of a fun, supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and genuine connections with children and families. If you're excited to inspire young minds, grow your knowledge and career, and make a real difference every day, Little Wishes is the perfect place to shine!
What makes us different:
Extra staff in every room – ensuring manageable ratios, more support, and time to focus on what really matters: the children
Inclusive education support – additional assistance and resources for children with extra needs, so you're never on your own
Benefit from the guidance of a hands-on Director/Educational Leader, Assistant Director, and 2 Family and Staff Relationship Support team members (All out of ratio)
Shifts advised 4 weeks in advance – plan your life with confidence
A significant amount of planning time every week – consistent, dedicated time to create engaging programs without feeling rushed.
Example: our pre-Kindy room has 5 hours planning per week!
Paid professional development – we invest in your growth and career progression
Receive employer-paid qualification renewals including Blue Card, first aid, child protection, safe sleeping training,



and more.
Valid after successful probation and induction period of six months. Key Expectations, Skills, and Experience: As a successful applicant, you must: #Hold an ACECQA-approved Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or an equivalent qualification recognised by ACECQA.
#Be prepared to work full-time 38 hours per week, between the operational hours of 6:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, 5 days per week. # Have at least two years of relevant childcare experience # Possess a current valid Working with Children Blue Card and have no prior child safety issues # Possess full working rights # Demonstrate a strong understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and EYLF # Have experience in child-led play aligned with a play-based pedagogy # Be a dedicated team player with exceptional oral and written communication skills # Bring fun, laughter, and joy to your team and children's day Annual salary: AUD $64,****** TO $68,****** plus superannuation, based on 38 hours per week.
Little Wishes ELC Carina are currently approved for the Worker Retention Grant.
Applicants must have, or be able to obtain, permission to work in Australia. Sponsorship may be available to suitable applicants.
We eagerly await your application and the prospect to welcome you to the Little Wishes family. Little Wishes Carina "Where your family becomes a part of ours." Application Question(s): Do you have a current
Working with Children Blue Card? (Required) Have you worked in an Australian based early years role and have a sound understanding of the ELYF and QKLG?
(Required) Do you have any Child Safety investigations, breaches or complaints in the past 5 years? Language: English (Required) Work Location: In person
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📌 Certificate Iii -Qualified Early Childhood Educator – Permanent Full-Time (Queensland)
🏢 Little Wishes Early Learning Carina
📍 Queensland