At C&K, our purpose is to make a positive impact on children’s lives. It’s what we’ve been doing for more than 116 years. Through evidence-based thinking, hard work and true compassion, we’ve built a trusted reputation as Queensland’s leading provider of early childhood education. And as a child safe organisation, we put children's safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, creating nurturing spaces where children can learn, explore, play and grow. 

🌱 Grow Futures Together at C&K Middlemount Community Childcare Centre 🌱

Join C&K Middlemount and help shape the futures of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years in a nurturing, play-based environment. As a Lead Educator, you’ll collaborate with a passionate team and our supportive Director to deliver high-quality early learning experiences in our Toddler Room.

Permanent Full Time | Toddler Room | 40 hours a week with monthly RDO

In this role, you will:

• Co-create a supportive, play-based learning environment where each child (6 weeks to 5 years) is seen, heard, and respected.
• Partner closely with families and the local community, nurturing strong, meaningful relationships.
• Collaborate with our passionate Director, Jackie, in a setting that prioritises professional growth, reflective practice, and evidence-informed teaching.
• Design and deliver engaging programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Support children’s growth in empathy, autonomy, social skills, and self-regulation
• Foster a calm, inclusive learning environment where children feel safe and empowered
• Actively engage in reflective practice and contribute to continuous improvement within your team and the wider C&K community

Why Join C&K Middlemount?

Every C&K career empowers children to belong, grow, and thrive. We invest in our educators' well-being, financial security, and professional development—because when you succeed, so do the children in your care.

Find Your Better Way and Enjoy the Benefits

• Be rewarded for your commitment with a wage rate of $34 - $38 per hour plus superannuation.
• Subsidised 3-bedroom rental house to support onsite educators
• Up to 75% off childcare gap fees for your own children
• Fully funded Blue Card, Police Check, First Aid/CPR, and other compliance requirements
• Access to the C&K Employee Assistance Program (includes nutrition coaching, financial counselling, and specialist support for LGBTIQA+ and First Nations staff)
• Ongoing professional development through C&K College, mentoring, and scholarships

What You’ll Bring:

We’re looking for someone with passion, commitment, and a deep respect for the capabilities of young children. You’ll also have:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
• A valid Blue Card or Exemption Card
• A current Police Check
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• A team-oriented mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a drive to deliver high-quality outcomes for children, families, and the wider community

Join Us and Find a Better Way—For Children. For You. For Always.

C&K is a child-safe organisation and all C&K employees are required to undergo a police check and not be a ‘Restricted Person’ or Suspended Educator under the QLD Blue Card System.

We welcome applicants who identify as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, have a Culturally and /or Linguistically Diverse background and/or those with additional needs.