Join our team at Milestones South Townsville

We are looking for dedicated Lead Educators, offering Part-Time positions and a positive team culture guided by a supportive centre leadership team.

Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Affinity Advantages   

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
• 15% Worker's Retention Payment
• Apply for scholarships for a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
• Advance your career towards a role in senior educational role or operational management.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers.

About the Centre:

Located in the heart of the city, Milestones South Townsville is a trusted early learning centre where children aged 0-5 are supported to grow, discover, and thrive. Our friendly and experienced educators create a nurturing, play-based environment that encourages every child to feel confident, connected, and excited to learn.

With thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, including a large playground, our centre provides endless opportunities for exploration, creativity, and friendship. We serve fresh, healthy meals prepared onsite daily, helping to fuel busy little minds and bodies.

Our government-approved kindergarten program is delivered as part of the exclusive Lifelong Learning Curriculum, supporting your child’s development across early literacy, STEM, social-emotional skills, and more. We also maintain close ties with local schools and community groups, giving families peace of mind and children a strong sense of belonging.

About you: 

• Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree
• A current Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain
• Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain
• A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds

Why work for Affinity? 

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!

Our Curriculum:

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which  is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.

Our Safety Commitment 

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity.  We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.   

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now!