Educator

Papilio Samford is looking for an educator who values deep connection and high-quality learning to join their Team Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued. Your Affinity Advantages Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one. 10% retention payment for all employees, increasing to 15% in December 2025 Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of our promotions coming from within, and advance your career towards senior educational roles or operational management. Receive fully funded Diploma courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy. Apply for scholarships for Bachelor’s degrees in Early Childhood Education. Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First. Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, discounts at over 100 retailers, and Bupa insurance benefits. About the Centre Located in the scenic and family-friendly suburb of Samford, our early learning centre offers high-quality childcare and education for children aged 0-5 years. At Papilio Samford, we’re passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where your child can feel at home while learning, exploring, and growing. Each day at our centre brings new opportunities for play, learning, and connection. With thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor learning zones, stimulating play equipment, and dedicated educators, your child will be supported to build confidence, develop friendships, and prepare for their transition to school. Families in Samford choose Papilio for our strong community connections, dedicated educators, and commitment to providing the very best start in life. About you Hold a Cert III or Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA approved equivalent Have a current Working with Children’s Check A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds Why work for Affinity Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning. Our Safety Commitment At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing our employees and their families. We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr