Lead Educator

Organisation Overview

FGP Moreton Inc is a not-for-profit that has been operating for over 10 years to provide quality education and care to regional and remote communities in Queensland. We believe that all children deserve quality education and care irrespective of their geographical location or personal circumstances. If you believe as we do and want to make a positive impact on the next generation today, than we are the right organisation for you!

Your Benefits

Joining our organisation means being part of a professional and thoughtful team with great benefits that include:

  • A competitive above award wage

  • Relocation assistance

  • Subsidised housing

  • Ongoing paid professional development and learning opportunities

  • Paid first aid courses, Queensland Working With Children Check and other training

  • Uniforms supplied

  • Support from our Educational Leader

  • Being part of a friendly team

  • Working in high-quality, well-resourced environments

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Short commute & free parking

Centre Details

Centre Name: Gidgee Kids ELC

Approved Places: 53

Address: 59 Stockyard Street, Cunnamulla QLD 4490

Community Overview

Cunnamulla is a small community of 1,200 people located 788km west of Brisbane in the Queensland outback.

  • We are well connected to other towns and cities with regular plane flights and bus services as well as good sealed roads for those that prefer to drive themselves.

  • We have great services such as a modern state-of the-art hospital, state and Catholic schools and public library.

  • There are many recreational clubs and activities for all ages, including, bowls club, golf course, swimming pool and hot springs.

  • All of your dining out desires are covered with multiple cafes, takeaways and pubs.

  • Whilst being a small town all of your everyday needs are readily available with grocery, fuel, hardware, furniture, electrical, sporting and other speciality stores in town.

  • Being nestled along the banks of the Warrego river provides great outdoor opportunities for walks, kayaking, bird watching or fishing.

  • Cunnamulla makes for a great base to explore Western Queensland, Northern New South Wales and Central Australia.

Relocate to our beautiful outback town and experience the hospitality of Western Queensland today!

Your Role

 Working closely with your fellow Educators and Centre Management, you will enjoy:

  • Caring for, and educating children from 6 weeks to 12 years old at our Gidgee Kids Early Learning Centre in Cunnamulla.

  • Developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with children, families, colleagues, and the community.

  • Documenting and sharing with families in their children's learning and development.

  • Contributing to the development and ongoing implementation and review of the centres Quality Improvement Plan.

  • Participate in maintaining a fun, engaging and safe, learning and working environment. 

  • Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of the Gidgee Kids Early Learning Centre. 

 To be considered, you will have:

  • Current Queensland Working with Children's Check (Blue Card) 

  • A Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)

  • Prior experience in early learning and care centres

  • Sound, practical working knowledge and implementation of the NQF and the EYLF

  • Values inline with our organisations values, mission and vision

  • have the right to work in Australia

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES.

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

We are a not-for-profit organisation. Safe and quality care is our priority! Together we can build a positive future for all children!

Key selling points

  • Above award wages, subsidised housing and relocation assistance!

  • Welcoming community & centre, relaxing lifestyle location - escape the rat race!

  • Enjoy fresh air, peace & quiet, short commutes and free parking!

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