Job Description

Lead & Assistant Early Childhood Educators n

Lead & Assistant Educators – Come Join the Bluewater
Crew!
Calling all Early Childhood Education & Care superstars!

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Are you a passionate educator looking for a workplace where you can love what you do, feel supported by your team, and have a little fun along the way?

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Bluewater Village Early Learning Centre is looking for enthusiastic Lead and Assistant Educators to join our team.

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We are a family-owned and operated service with a robust focus on creating a positive, supportive and inclusive workplace. We believe happy, valued educators create the best environments for children — so supporting our team is just as important to us as providing exceptional education and care.

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Our approach embraces outdoor, play-based learning , giving children plenty of opportunities to explore, get messy, take appropriate risks, create, investigate and learn through meaningful experiences.

Why Bluewater? n

We think there should be some pretty great perks that come with doing such an important job!

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8%–11% above award wages in recognition of your skills, experience and dedication

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Monthly staff retention bonus equivalent to 15% above award

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A genuinely supportive and hands-on management team

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A strong focus on work/life balance, health and wellbeing

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The option of a 9-day fortnight

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Modern facilities and high-quality resources to support great practice

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And because nobody should have to work on their birthday… enjoy your birthday off with paid leave!

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What You'll Be Doing n

Working alongside our Centre Director, Assistant Director and wider educator team, you will:

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Support the supervision, care, safety and education of children throughout the day

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Contribute to the smooth and successful day-to-day operation of the service

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Plan, implement and evaluate engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with approved learning frameworks

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Create welcoming, secure, stimulating and interactive learning environments

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Build positive relationships with children, families and your fellow educators

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Follow all child protection, health, safety and service policies and procedures

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Most importantly, bring your personality, ideas and passion for early childhood education to our team!

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What We're Looking For n

You will have:

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A current paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

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Currently hold or working towards A Diploma or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Experience delivering high-quality education and care within an early childhood setting

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Knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations

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Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard

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A current First Aid and CPR Certificate , or willingness to obtain one

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A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a supportive team environment

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Permanent part-time applicants to be available to work 37.5 hours per week across our operating hours of 6:00 am–6:00 pm .

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Looking for something more flexible? Educators interested in joining our casual pool are also encouraged to apply.

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Applicants must have permanent working rights in Australia . Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship or accommodate restricted working hours for these positions.

Sound like your kind of workplace? n

We'd love to hear from educators who want to bring their skills, personality and passion to Bluewater Village ELC.

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Come join the Bluewater Village Crew — where great educators are valued, supported and encouraged to shine.

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📌 Lead & Assistant Early Childhood Educators (Cairns Regional)
🏢 Bluewater Village ELC
📍 Cairns Regional