Inspire Young Minds and Grow Your Career with Affinity Education Group

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join Milestones Early Learning Torquay in Hervey Bay. Discover endless professional growth opportunities and achieve your full potential with Affinity Education Group.

Milestones Early Learning Torquay is seeking a qualified Early Childhood Teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality early education and making a lasting impact on young learners and their families.

Affinity Education Group is a Child Safe Organisation, with child safety as our highest priority. We are deeply committed to creating safe, inclusive, and nurturing environments where every child feels secure, supported, and valued.

Why You’ll Love Working with Affinity

Affinity Advantages

• 50% discount on childcare gap fees from day one
• Above-award rates based on qualifications and experience
• Scholarships available for those studying a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
• Up to $400 annually for professional development
• ECT Connect Membership, providing access to Affinity’s national network of over 238 centres
• Extensive training and development, with 50% of promotions filled internally
• Fully funded and accredited Leadership and Management courses through Affinity Learning Academy
• 30% discount on 12‑month memberships with Goodlife or Fitness First
• Wellbeing initiatives including TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefits, and discounts at over 100 retailers

About the Centre

Milestones Early Learning Torquay is a welcoming and community-focused centre in the heart of Gladstone. Our team is passionate about creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that support each child’s individual development while building strong partnerships with families and the local community.

About the Role

As our Early Childhood Teacher, you will:

• Inspire and lead a team of educators within the Kindy room
• Foster a lifelong love of learning through child-led inquiry, strong community connections, and school-readiness experiences
• Design, implement, and evaluate high-quality educational programs tailored to each child’s interests, strengths, and developmental needs
• Support the service to Meet or Exceed the National Quality Standards

About You

You will bring:

• An Early Childhood Degree or ACECQA-approved equivalent
• Relevant teacher registration (where applicable)
• A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• A current First Aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylaxis) or willingness to obtain
• A genuine passion for early learning and a strong commitment to supporting children’s growth and wellbeing

Why Choose Affinity?

At Affinity, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We are a values-driven organisation where passionate educators are empowered to flourish. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential — both children and our teams. When our people shine, exceptional early education follows.

Our Curriculum

Our educators are trained and accredited in Affinity’s Lifelong Learning Curriculum — Australia’s most advanced approach to early education from birth to five years. Grounded in contemporary research and evidence-informed practices, including Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project-Based Learning, our curriculum supports meaningful learning through strong relationships with families and communities.

Our Safety Commitment

Affinity is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We uphold a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm, prioritising the safety, rights, and wellbeing of children, employees, and their families.

We are proud to be a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and are committed to responding to every applicant.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now and begin your next chapter with Milestones Early Learning Torquay in Hervey Bay.