Vacancy Details


Child Care Educator x 2 

  • Fixed Term Part Time (Until January 2026), Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week
  • Fixed Term Part Time (Until December 2025), Monday to Friday, 34 hours / week
  • Pro Rata amount of $ 65,341 - $ 68,130 per annum (Level CSW 1 Yr Qualified Year 1-3) (Junior rates may apply) + Superannuation
  • Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

 

Rockhampton City Child Care Centre is seeking caring and committed educators to join our passionate team in delivering high quality, responsive care for children in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

You’ll support children’s developmental and routine needs while assisting Group Leaders in planning and implementing engaging, play based programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards. You’ll help create safe, inclusive, and hygienic spaces where children feel supported, curious, and confident to explore the world around them.

As part of our dedicated team, you’ll build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues, contribute to continuous improvement practices, and uphold the values of Rockhampton Regional Council.

With ongoing operational requirements at the Centre, further opportunities are expected to arise, which may support continued employment beyond the initial contract period.

If you’re passionate about early childhood education and thrive in a collaborative, child focused setting, we’d love to hear from you.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

  • Enthusiastic and motivated individual with a positive and friendly demeanour
  • Ability to creating a friendly, secure, and stimulating interactive learning environment.
  • A high level of care, health & safety standard throughout your work
  • A passion for providing quality early childhood education and care.
  • Strong understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standard

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

  • Supportive Work/Life Balance
  • A large employer with a strong values driven culture
  • A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Corporate membership discounts
  • Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Wages paid fortnightly
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness Passport and active social clubs 

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

  1. A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
  2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

  • Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, Blue Card for Working with Children and Young People, Current First Aid & CPR certificate and proven experience working in a child care setting or similar.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and develop relationships with children, parents, colleagues and management.
  • Genuine passion for working with children and experience providing positive care and educational opportunities to children.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 8 September 2025 at Midnight (AEST)

All employees are encouraged to apply