Shaping Young Minds and Futures

Australia's child care sector plays a vital role in supporting families and nurturing children's development during their most formative years. With increasing demand for quality early childhood education and care services, this sector offers rewarding career opportunities for passionate professionals who want to make a lasting impact on children's lives.

Our child care partners include leading early learning centers, family day care services, and outside school hours care programs across Australia. These roles combine education, care, and play to support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development while providing essential support to working families.

2,100+
Available Positions
$28-42
Hourly Rate Range
93%
Job Satisfaction Rate

Child Care Roles

Diverse opportunities to support children's learning and development

Early Childhood Teachers

Qualified teachers developing and implementing educational programs for children aged 0-5 years.

  • $35-42 per hour
  • University qualification required
  • Curriculum development
  • Professional development support

Child Care Educators

Support children's learning and development through play-based activities and care routines.

  • $28-35 per hour
  • Certificate III/Diploma pathways
  • Hands-on learning environment
  • Career progression opportunities

Room Leaders

Lead age-specific rooms and mentor junior educators while maintaining high-quality care standards.

  • $32-38 per hour
  • Leadership development
  • Mentoring responsibilities
  • Quality improvement focus

Outside School Hours Care

Support school-aged children in before and after school care programs and vacation care.

  • $30-36 per hour
  • School hours alignment
  • Activity planning and supervision
  • Flexible scheduling options

Child Development Areas

Supporting holistic development across all learning domains

Cognitive Development

Supporting thinking, problem-solving, and early literacy and numeracy skills.

Social-Emotional Learning

Helping children develop emotional regulation, empathy, and social skills.

Physical Development

Encouraging gross and fine motor skills through active play and movement.

Creative Expression

Fostering creativity through art, music, drama, and imaginative play experiences.

Child Care Requirements

Essential qualifications and attributes for child care professionals

Qualifications & Checks

  • Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum)
  • Working with Children Check
  • First Aid, CPR, and Anaphylaxis training
  • Police clearance certificate

Personal Qualities

  • Genuine love for working with children
  • Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm
  • Strong communication with children and families
  • Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity

Professional Skills

  • Understanding of child development principles
  • Ability to plan and implement learning activities
  • Observation and documentation skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration abilities

Shape the Future in Child Care

Join a rewarding career nurturing children's development and supporting Australian families