Multiple Locations: Educators, Permanent Casuals & TraineesEarly Childhood Educators – Casual Opportunities Across GardeniaMultiple Brisbane Locations | Choose Your Preferred Locations | Pathways to Permanent RolesFlexibility, variety and the opportunity to grow with GardeniaGardenia Early Learning is looking for passionate Early Childhood Educators to join our team and work casually across our Brisbane centres.This role is a little different from a traditional centre-based casual position.
You will be employed by Gardenia Early Learning, with the prospect to work across our network of centres while still having flexibility around where you are willing to work.Our Brisbane locations include:Clontarf | Deception Bay | Bray Park | Brisbane City | Ellen Grove | BelmontYou don't need to be available for every location.
You can nominate the Gardenia centres you would be happy to work at – simply tell us your preferred location/s in your cover letter when applying.Why join the Gardenia casual team?
We know flexibility is important.
This role is designed for educators who enjoy casual work but still want to feel connected to one organisation and its values, teams and opportunities.As a Gardenia casual educator, you'll have the opportunity to:Work across your selected Gardenia locationsEnjoy the flexibility of casual employment while being part of one organisationBuild relationships with different Gardenia teams and leadersExperience different learning environments and expand your professional practiceAccess professional development and ongoing learning opportunitiesExplore future leadership and career development opportunities within GardeniaBe considered for permanent positions within our centres if you're looking for something more permanent in the futureIf you find a Gardenia centre that feels like the right fit and a suitable permanent opportunity becomes available,



we'd love to support that next step.Travel between Gardenia centresWhen you join our casual team, we will discuss your preferred locations and determine a home centre with you prior to employment.Where you agree to work at an eligible Gardenia location outside of your nominated home centre, a travel allowance will be provided in accordance with the arrangements agreed with you prior to employment.This means you know from the beginning which locations you're agreeing to work across and how the travel arrangements will apply.More than just a casual shiftWe are a local and family-owned early learning group, and we want our casual educators to feel like part of Gardenia – not simply someone filling a shift.Our approach is centred around children's rights, meaningful relationships, connection, inclusion and high-quality early childhood practice.We invest in our people and want educators to have opportunities to discover their strengths, build their knowledge and take the next steps in their careers.Depending on your interests and experience, opportunities within Gardenia may include professional development, networking, quality improvement initiatives, Research Partner opportunities and pathways into permanent or leadership positions.Who are we looking for?
We'd love to hear from people at all stages of their early childhood career, including those looking to enter the sector, educators currently studying and experienced qualified educators.You may:Be looking to commence a traineeship in Early Childhood Education and Care,



where we can support you to gain the required workplace hours while completing your qualificationBe currently studying towards your Certificate III or Diploma and looking for employment alongside your studiesHold a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalentGenuinely enjoy working alongside children and building meaningful relationshipsValue respectful, responsive and inclusive practiceUnderstand the importance of child safety and children's rightsBe reliable, adaptable and comfortable working with different teamsBe open to reflection, feedback and professional growthWant the flexibility of casual work while still feeling connected and belonging to one organisationBe interested in progressing into a permanent Gardenia role in the futureWhether you're just beginning your early childhood career, currently studying or already qualified, we're looking for people who align with our values and want to learn, develop and grow with Gardenia.You will also need to meet all regulatory and employment requirements applicable to your role.Choose where you workYou do not need to nominate every Gardenia centre to apply.When submitting your application, please include a short cover letter telling us:A little about you and your experienceWhich Gardenia location/s you would like to work acrossYour general availabilityWhether you're looking to remain casual or would be interested in a permanent Gardenia opportunity in the futureWhether you'd like to work across two of our centres or you're happy to travel across our wider Brisbane network, we'd love to hear from you.Join Gardenia Early Learning and enjoy the flexibility of casual work while building your career within a team you can belong to.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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📌 Multiple Locations: Educators, Permanent Casuals & Trainees (Brisbane)
🏢 Gardenia Early Learning
📍 Brisbane