Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) Position Overview: We are excited to welcome passionate and dedicated Educators to our team. We offer a supportive and positive work culture at The Pocket Early Education and Care. Why Join Us? At The Pocket, we value work-life balance and take pride in offering our educators an exceptional range of benefits: Competitive Pay Rates: Earn 3-6% above the award rate, recognizing the value you bring as an Educator or Lead Educator. Bonuses and Discounts: Receive referral bonuses and enjoy generous childcare discounts for your family. Recognition and Celebrations: Be appreciated for your hard work with birthday, anniversary, and Christmas gifts, along with weekly casual dress days, monthly staff meals, and an end-of-year Christmas party. Annual Montessori Bonus: Additional annual bonus for Montessori-trained staff. Strong Support Team: Join a collaborative environment where our leadership team and fellow educators work together to create a positive workplace. Paid Training and Certifications: We invest in your professional growth, covering CPR, full First Aid, and Child Safety Protection courses. Purpose-Built Learning Spaces: Teach in state-of-the-art environments, including outdoor spaces designed for adventure and exploration. Professional Development: Access ongoing Montessori professional development, mentoring, and ACECQA-approved traineeships. Employee Assistance Program: Free support for you and your family to help maintain a healthy work-life balance. Uniforms Provided Positive Work Culture: Be part of a nurturing, inclusive team dedicated to providing quality education and care. Role Responsibilities: Create a safe, enriching learning environment that fosters independence. Observe and document children's progress, supporting their holistic development. Collaborate with colleagues and families to ensure each child's needs are met. Engage in professional development to enhance your teaching skills. Implement and support the Montessori curriculum tailored to children's developmental needs. About You: Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education/Teaching (or ACECQA equivalent) Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) Passion for providing a nurturing early learning experience Team player with strong communication skills Montessori training or certification is highly desirable About Us: Located in St Lucia, The Pocket Early Education and Care Center provides a rich environment for children aged 6 weeks to school age. Since opening in July 2020, we have created a place of support, curiosity, diversity, and fun, offering quality care for up to 148 children. How to Apply: If you are passionate about Montessori education and dedicated to nurturing young minds, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. Alternatively, you can email us directly at Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have professional child care experience? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? #J-18808-Ljbffr