Careers in Early Learning | Find a Better Way with C&K

A Better Way with C&K

Join us and find a better way.
For children. For you. For always.

C&K is a place where you will truly belong and know you are supported by passionate and committed professionals.

We're looking for passionate, caring and playful people to join our kindergartens and childcare centres across Queensland. At C&K, you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, meaningful employee benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Best of all, you'll help shape the future of the children in our care. And there's so much more we can do—for children, for you, and for our profession and sector.

Because if we can't do it, who can?

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For children

If young lives are important to you.

If you want to make a difference that lasts a lifetime.

Then this is your place, and we are your people.

Whatever your role, joining C&K means impacting a child’s life journey for the time they spend with us and long after they leave. Through each moment, we nurture children’s curiosity, creativity and capability so they become confident lifelong learners.

And our passion and impact go even further than early learning. We are their safe space, a home away from home - their chance to belong, to grow and to flourish.

At C&K, that’s everyone’s job, and it feels great to play our role.

So, whether you’re nurturing a love of learning in our play-based environments or supporting those who do, you’ll know you’re doing something that truly matters – for now and for life.

For you

You matter so much.

Team up with people who are as passionate as you and who value your dedication and care. And get real support to keep growing your own career and impact.

So much of what we do depends on you. So, whatever your role, we want to set you up for success. That includes a wide range of benefits, programs and opportunities to help you earn, be well and grow.

But we know that our greatest strength is our team and how they support each other.

Our work isn’t easy, and it takes a village to do what we do. You’ll be welcomed by kind, humble people who respect you and who want to help. Through all the joyful moments and the more challenging days, you’ll lean on them as they lean on you. And they’ll share their knowledge to help you grow and achieve more than you ever thought possible.

You’ll also be heard. Whether you’re deeply experienced or early on in your career, we want to listen to what you have to say because we believe that’s the key to a better way, for everyone.

For always

At C&K, you'll help shape the future of the children in our care.

And there's so much more we can do - for them, for you, for our profession and our sector.

We're investing and working hard to find better ways. Because if we can't do it, who can?

When it comes to early learning, we lead the way and have a trusted reputation in our field. And so we should – we’ve been doing it for over 115 years. Now, we’re striving for even better.

Why? Because it’s too important not to. And if we don’t step up, who will?

Together, we're striving and advocating for an even better C&K and a better deal for early learning professionals across our sector.

Why choose a career at C&K?

We invest in our employees,
so they can invest in our children.

Discover the benefits of belonging to the C&K family. It’s why so many of our employees come for a job but stay for a career—because C&K is a place where you can feel at home.

Competitive Remuneration

C&K attracts, retains, and motivates top talent with competitive wages and salaries benchmarked above industry standards for all employees.

Discounted C&K Fees

Eligible C&K employees get discounted fees for their children at C&K centres: Educators receive 75% off the gap fee, and non-educators receive 35%. Enrolment fees waived.

Employee Assistance Program

C&K offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with services by registered psychologists and specialists for all employees and their immediate families.

Paid Blue Card

The Blue Card system ensures safe, supportive environments for children's development. C&K covers initial and renewal Blue Card costs for all permanent and fixed-term employees.

Employee Discounts

C&K offers employee discounts, including a partnership with Bupa for corporate health insurance, providing comprehensive wellness solutions for employees and their families.

Parental Leave & Return to Work Support

C&K’s Return to Work Support Program offers parents returning from leave six weeks' wages over six months to ease the transition back to work. Eligibility criteria apply.

Priority access to childcare

As a family-friendly employer, C&K offers permanent and fixed-term employees priority access to childcare, placing them at the top of waiting lists for the next vacancy.

First Aid training and support

C&K's reputation relies on delivering quality education and care services. We support centre employees with current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certification, covering costs for permanent and fixed-term employees, ensuring safety and confidence.

Employee Referral Program

The Employee Referral Program lets C&K employees refer friends or family for jobs. If the referred candidate completes their probation, the referrer receives a reward.

Salary Packaging

Salary Packaging allows employees to receive part of their pay in non-cash forms, such as superannuation, vehicle leases, mortgage/rent, electronic devices, memberships, and health insurance.

Scholarships

Up to $35,000 in scholarships are available at C&K! Available for permanent and casual employees studying a Cert III, Diploma, Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education. Scholarships have varying criteria and eligibility requirements and are offered through the Qualifications Pathways Program (QPP).

Career pathways with C&K

Discover the rewarding opportunities

At C&K, children come first – but so do you. Life at C&K is rewarding. We nurture collaborative and inclusive working environments that emphasise flexibility, career growth, professional development, learning, teamwork and joy.

There are many opportunities and pathways to grow your career, whether you are starting out as an early childhood educator or assistant, or whether you are looking for a support or leadership role.

Explore the opportunities and career pathways at C&K.

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Every C&K career helps children belong and grow. We want the same for you.

Whether you’re working with children, or supporting the people who do, there are permanent, part time and casual career opportunities across Queensland.

Join us to find a better way!

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