Childcare Worker
Visa sponsorship
Education · Cairns, QLD, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
A Cairns early learning provider has 12 full-time Childcare Worker places caring for children aged 0–6 years. Work alongside educators to provide safe, attentive care and learning experiences shaped around each child's development and interests. The opening can suit applicants studying towards or holding relevant Certificate III or Diploma training.
The applicable qualification, assessment, English and visa conditions are set out in the requirements.
An English CV should identify your early childhood training, the ages you have supported and your learning documentation experience. shape a childcare worker CV around care and learning with Blue Card and relevant first aid details clear.
Key Responsibilities
- Care for, guide and supervise children aged 0–6 years, maintaining a safe, caring and stimulating room where each child feels valued and supported.
- Promote curiosity, confidence, independence and social development through engaging age-appropriate learning experiences following the Early Years Learning Framework.
- Observe development and contribute to learning records, portfolios, electronic programming and documentation.
- Form respectful, genuine relationships with children and families, updating parents, guardians and colleagues regularly.
- Coordinate with educators to maintain consistent, high-quality care.
- Contribute activities and ideas that engage children and respond to individual goals, interests and needs.
- Maintain an inclusive, positive centre and follow policies, child safety procedures and regulatory requirements within the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standards.
- Participate in professional development, training and team activities.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Studying towards or holding a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care; Diploma-qualified applicants are also encouraged.
- A real passion for educating and caring for young children and a desire for a long-term Australian early childhood career.
- Warm, positive and patient with children, with strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to build trust with families, colleagues and children.
- Reliable, professional and responsible, with strong collaboration and teamwork.
- Enthusiastic and energetic, keen to learn and flexible and open-minded with children and fellow educators.
- Understanding of the EYLF, NQF, National Regulations and National Quality Standards, with confidence using electronic documentation systems and computers.
- Current Queensland Blue Card or able to obtain one; First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training or willing to gain the required certifications.
- Overseas candidates must meet applicable qualification and ACECQA assessment requirements.
- English proficiency suitable for the relevant visa pathway, and able to meet applicable Australian visa and sponsorship conditions.
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