Job Description
Certificate III -Qualified Early Childhood Educator – Permanent Full-Time
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Little Wishes Early Learning Carina – Carina QLD
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Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
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Job Description
n 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?
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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!
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What makes us different:
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Extra staff in every room – ensuring manageable ratios, more support, and time to focus on what really matters: the children
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Inclusive education support – additional assistance and resources for children with extra needs, so you're never on your own
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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)
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Shifts advised 4 weeks in advance – plan your life with confidence
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A significant amount of planning time every week – consistent, dedicated time to create engaging programs without feeling rushed.
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Example: our pre-Kindy room has 5 hours planning per week!
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Paid professional development – we invest in your growth and career progression
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Receive employer-paid qualification renewals including Blue Card, first aid,



child protection, secure sleeping training, and more.
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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.
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#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.
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Little Wishes ELC Carina are currently approved for the Worker Retention Grant.
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Applicants must have, or be able to obtain, permission to work in Australia. Sponsorship may be available to suitable applicants.
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We eagerly await your application and the opportunity 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
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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?
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(Required) Do you have any Child Safety investigations, breaches or complaints in the past 5 years? Language: English (Required) Work Location: In person

📌 Certificate Iii -Qualified Early Childhood Educator - Permanent Full-Time (Queensland)
🏢 Little Wishes Early Learning Carina
📍 Queensland