Join the dynamic and dedicated team working within our beautiful Montessori childcare environment at Blackstone (Ipswich) as we fulfill our Safe, Smiling and Smart philosophy. https://buildingfutures.com.au/blackstone/.

We are looking for a Montessori experienced, Diploma ECEC qualified educator who is ready to take the next step in their career. Be supported as you transition into a room leadership role with guidance and mentoring provided by existing, experienced staff before having the opportunity to take on full room leadership responsibilities. This is a Full Time opportunity with shifts rostered between 6:15am and 5:30pm.

Montessori qualifications are not essential, however upon appointment all Educators will be supported to complete Montessori qualifications through our affiliated training college, MECTA (https://mecta.edu.au) if not already held. Enrolment eligibility conditions apply.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Above Award wages.
• Paid Staff Meetings.
• Funded training in the Montessori Method via MECTA training college.
• Fully funded compliance training including First Aid and CPR certification.
• Employee Benefits programme (FLARE).
• Strong mentoring programme and opportunities for advancement.
• Wellness support with Employee Assistance Program.
• Highly discounted childcare fees for immediate family members.
• Annual bonus and prize draws for Montessori-qualified staff.
• Annual staff conference, staff training plans and professional development to support lifelong learning.

Selection Criteria:

• Diploma ECEC (or ACECQA equivalent).
• Willingness to enrol in and complete Diploma Montessori Early Childhood Education (if not already held).
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication.
• Hold or be eligible to apply for a valid paid Blue Card (WWC). Restricted persons need not apply.

About Us:

With more than 15% of employees having served with this family-owned company for at least 10 years, you aren’t just gaining a job, but an opportunity for professional growth within a stable and supportive team environment.

Building Futures Montessori is south east Queensland’s leading Montessori childcare provider with locations in Forest Lake, Wavell Heights and Blackstone. We currently employ 130+ staff and are expanding in centre size, into new locations, and into affiliated businesses including Family Day Care and development of the “Your Child’s Day” app.

Our success is driven by best-practice child-care and the adoption of the Montessori methodology by our highly trained and enthusiastic team. All our educators are Montessori qualified or working towards a Montessori qualification.

Building Futures is committed to being a child safe organisation and has adopted the Queensland Government Statement of Shared Commitment.

Interested? Apply by sending your up-to-date resume and cover letter to careers@buildingfutures.com.au.