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Part-time Assistant Educator - Afternoon Shift
Part-time Assistant Educator – Afternoon Shift
Part-time / Longreach Qld
About the Role
- Work 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 1.30pm to 5.30pm
- Support the delivery of a high-quality, play-based early childhood program
- Work with children from 6 weeks to 12 years in a centre-based childcare setting
- Contribute to children’s learning, development, safety and wellbeing through everyday experiences
- Work in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
What You Can Expect
- Hands‑on involvement in daily learning experiences and routines
- A strong focus on child safety, inclusion and wellbeing
- Regular interaction with children, families and allied professionals
- Shared and supported responsibility for children’s learning observations and basic documentation
- A supportive, collaborative team environment that values flexibility and balance
How the Role Works
- Part-time hours, offering flexibility to support work–life balance
- Report to the Childcare Services Assistant Director
- Work closely with the Educational Leader and fellow educators
- Share responsibility for supervision, curriculum support and positive behaviour guidance
- Follow established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements
- Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities as appropriate to hours
Who This Role Suits
- Someone passionate about Early Childhood Education and Care
- A reliable, team‑oriented educator who enjoys working with children and families
- A person who values safety, inclusion and high‑quality care
- A strong communicator who builds positive, respectful relationships
- Certificate III ECEC qualified (or willing to obtain) and eager to learn and grow
- Well-suited to educators seeking reduced hours, flexibility or a return-to-work opportunity
What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months
- Confidently supporting daily routines and learning experiences
- Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Consistently meeting safety, quality and regulatory requirements
- Contributing to shared documentation and communication practices
- Being a dependable, flexible and engaged team member who lives the organisation’s values
What we can offer:
- Permanent, part-time employment with flexibility and job security
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
- Access to training and professional development
- A values‑driven organisation focused on wellbeing and inclusion
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the local community
- Access to Councils Benefits: 5 weeks leave, 12% superannuation
Salary: $1,339.48 - $1,480.54 per fortnight (dependent on qualifications)
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the position description below.
Position Description(PDF, 192KB)
Close date: 3 May 2026
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Early Childhood Teacher
Early Childhood Teacher
Full-time / Longreach Qld
About the Role
- Deliver a play‑based Kindergarten program aligned with EYLF and QKLG
- Support children’s learning, wellbeing and inclusion
- Create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment
- Foster children’s growth and readiness for school
What You Can Expect
- Permanent Early Childhood Teacher role
- Support from an Educational Leader and collaborative team
- Strong connections with families, schools and allied health professionals
How the Role Works
- Lead planning, delivery and documentation of the Kindergarten program
- Use positive, child‑centred behaviour guidance
- Maintain high standards of safety, supervision and compliance
Who This Role Suits
- A qualified, passionate Early Childhood Teacher
- Somebody with proficient communication skills
- A person who is committed to inclusion, child safety and professional practice
What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months
- A high‑quality, engaging Kindergarten program in place
- Strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Consistent compliance with quality and safety standards
What we can offer:
- Permanent employment and job security
- Monday to Friday – 8.00am to 3.30pm (directly teaching 8.45 – 2.45pm)
- School holidays off!
- 12% Superannuation
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- The chance to make a real impact in a close‑knit community
Salary: $2,833.14 to $3,716.30 per fortnight (dependent on qualifications and years of teaching experience)
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the position description below.
Position Description(PDF, 365KB)
Close date: COB 1 May 2026
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Submitting your Application
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Please allow up to 10 Business Days after the advertised role has closed to hear from our recruitment team.
All applications should be submitted in accordance with the conditions set out in the Advertising Document and addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
Longreach Regional Council
PO Box 472
LONGREACH QLD 4730
The selection process may include:
- Formal Interviews
- Reference Checks
- Practical Assessments
- Fit for work medical assessment and drug screen (at the Council's expense)
- Working with Children Check
- Background and Criminal History Check
For further advice on applying for a role with Council read these Council Application Tip(PDF, 59KB)
Learning and Development
Council is committed to ongoing staff development and training. Employees are encouraged and supported to attend training and undertake study in approved courses.
Workplace Health and Safety
Council is committed to a safe and healthy work environment. Comprehensive workplace health and safety policies and procedures are in place to ensure staff are not placed at risk while at work.