Educator/Childcare Worker - Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead

Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator/Childcare Worker — Full Time- Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead, Cairns, QLD

Join Our Warm and Welcoming Team at Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead

Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead is seeking a full-time Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator/Childcare Worker to join our established and supportive team in Brinsmead, Queensland. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality early education and care every single day.

Are you a caring and committed educator with a passion for shaping young minds in a nurturing, home-like environment? If you thrive in a setting that values inclusivity, creativity, and connection, we would love to hear from you.

Position Details
• Position: Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator/Childcare Worker
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead, Cairns, QLD
• Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 per year + superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience)

Why You’ll Love Being Part of Our Team

At Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead, we are committed to delivering high-quality early education and care in line with the National Quality Framework. Our centre features spacious outdoor environments and a collaborative team culture where educators are supported, recognised, and encouraged to grow professionally. We offer a respectful, inclusive workplace and value long-term team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement play-based learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in a safe and inclusive environment
• Contribute to documentation, observations, and learning outcomes
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
• Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework and service policies
• Work across operating hours on a rotating roster between 6:30am – 6:30pm

Skills and Experience Required

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved qualification or equivalent)
• Minimum 1 year’s relevant experience working in an early childhood education setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and Child Safe Standards
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to contribute to a positive, compliant, and high-quality learning environment

Mandatory Requirements

• Valid Working with Children Check / Blue Card
• Child Protection training
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Food Safety training (or willingness to obtain)

Additional Benefits

• Generous enrolment discounts for your children at any Mayfield Centre
• Career development opportunities, including a monthly leadership series and clear pathways to grow your career
• Ongoing professional development, including overseas study tour opportunities
• Nationally Recognised Traineeships — we partner with KKTC (backed by TAFE) to offer Cert III, Diploma, Bachelor, and Management-level qualifications in ECEC
• Staff referral bonuses — because great people know great people
• Reward and recognition programs applicable to all employees — because we see you, value you, and want you to know it
• 24/7 wellbeing support through Sonder, giving you and your family confidential access to medical, safety and wellbeing services

Join Mayfield Early Education Brinsmead and be part of a professional early education team where children are supported to thrive and educators are valued for their contribution.

Apply today.

If you are successfully appointed to this role, you will be invited to attend a Mayfield Early Education Welcome Induction at our Hawthorn Support Office prior to your commencement.  If you're based outside of Victoria, a virtual invitation will be sent for you to join online.

Mayfield Early Education, including its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Our organisation has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect.  We strongly uphold our child safety policies & procedures, and we actively work to create a child-safe environment. As part of our commitment, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive background checks, including reference checks, Working with Children Check (WWCC), child protection training and other relevant screening as required. We expect all staff to uphold our values of respect, inclusion, and child protection always.

Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.