Job Early Childhood Educators/Lead Educators/Teachers * Generous salary *, Cairns

If you are an educator who wants a calm, well-supported room and to work with colleagues and leaders who genuinely want you to succeed, please continue reading.

We are partnering with four long day care services in Brinsmead, White Rock, Clifton Beach and Gordonvale. Whether you love the nursery, the buzz of toddlers, or the creativity of 3 to 5-year-olds, there is a space where your strengths will shine.

-Benefits include:

• Above-award pay plus the government's fifteen per cent Workforce Retention Grant
• Full-time or part-time (minimum three days per week) to suit your lifestyle
• Roles available across all age groups
• Predictable rosters prepared in advance, with leadership that protects breaks
• Calm, well-resourced rooms with stable educator teams
• Professional development and study pathways, including funded Diploma and Bachelor studies
• Leadership support you can feel no educator is left alone with challenging behaviours or more than their fair share of children
• Genuine career progression into Lead Educator or 2IC roles if this is where you want to grow
• A wellbeing focus: employee assistance program, retailer discounts and wellbeing initiatives
• Reward and recognition programs, staff referral bonuses and additional benefits
• With almost 50 centres across Australia, you can transfer to any time!

What to expect:

A typical day at one of our partner centres feels organised, calm, and genuinely supportive. You start your shift knowing precisely what the room plan looks like, who you are working with, and that your breaks will actually be covered. Mornings begin with a quick team check-in, followed by slow, responsive routines that give educators time and resources to design meaningful experiences rather than rushing.

Throughout the day, you can rely on stable teammates, behaviour support when you need it, and leaders who step in rather than step back. Planning time is scheduled and protected, families are warm and engaged, and the work feels purposeful because you are not constantly firefighting.

It is the kind of environment where you finish the day feeling valued, not drained.

You will be joining a genuinely supportive team that prioritises professional development, wellbeing and meaningful relationships. Educators enjoy above award wages, strong pathways for growth, mentoring, and a home-away-from-home culture where your voice and strengths matter.

About you:

• A completed Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (essential)
• Current Queensland Blue Card
• Up-to-date First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
• Understanding of or willingness to follow Red Nose safe sleep guidelines
• Evidence of right to work in Australia
• Minimum one year of experience working in a similar environment
• Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role

Why partner with Early Years Talent

At Early Years Talent, we do more than connect you to jobs; we advocate for you.

When you apply through us, you gain access to exclusive opportunities with reputable services, along with personalised support to help you present your best. We offer practical coaching, insights into centre culture and leadership, and only move forward with your consent.

Our role is to support you from the first conversation through to your first day, making sure the job you step into is one where you can genuinely thrive!