" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eEducator - Wondunna\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3160\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3161\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3162\"\u003e Hervey Bay \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3163\"\u003e Permanent - Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 2/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent full-time role, 38 hours per week\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary \u0026amp; 95% staff childcare discount\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on experience with genuine growth opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJoin Our Team as an Educator \u0026ndash; Star of the Sea Long Day Care \u0026amp; Kindy, Wondunna!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePermanent Full-Time - Assistant Educator | 38 Hours Per Week\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At Catholic Early EdCare, we share every family\u0027s aspiration to see their children thrive. We bring this to life by combining contemporary early education research with nurturing, engaging environments where children can connect, grow, and discover. As part of a trusted network of over 136 services across South East Queensland and the Archdiocese of Brisbane, you\u0027ll be joining a values-driven organisation committed to quality, community, and care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We are excited to offer a rewarding permanent full-time opportunity for a passionate Educator to join our team at Star of the Sea Long Day Care \u0026amp; Kindy in Wondunna. Working 38 hours per week, you\u0027ll be part of a supportive and dedicated team, making a genuine difference in children\u0027s lives every day by fostering inclusion, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You are warm, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education and inclusion. You enjoy working as part of a close-knit team and are committed to helping every child succeed in a play-based learning environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0027ll Do:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide targeted one-on-one and small group support for children, including those with additional needs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFoster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every child feels valued and supported\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the delivery of play-based learning experiences\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork collaboratively with educators on programming, documentation, and daily routines\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and your team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePromote the service within the local community in accordance with Catholic Early EdCare\u0027s expectations and educational philosophy\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo Be Successful, You Will Have:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold (or are working towards) a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA approved equivalent required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in an early childhood or inclusion support role (highly desirable)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowledge of the National Quality Framework and relevant legislation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompletion of National Safeguarding (Geccko) Training Courses 1 \u0026amp; 2 mandatory and Coures 3 \u0026amp; 4 optional but highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication and teamwork skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA passion for supporting children in a play-based learning environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive Salary\u003c/strong\u003e - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible work location\u003c/strong\u003e - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC\u0027s 130+ services, if desired\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWork life balance\u003c/strong\u003e - Benefit from the flexibility of split shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReward and Recognition Program\u003c/strong\u003e - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmployee Referral Bonus\u003c/strong\u003e - Know someone who\u0027d be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 95% Childcare Discount\u003c/strong\u003e - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services \u0026mdash; supporting both your career and your family\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe:\u003c/strong\u003e Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply:\u003c/strong\u003e Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you\u0027re the perfect fit for the role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eCatholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. 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