Child Care Jobs in Australia

Shaping Young Minds and Futures

Australia's child care sector plays a vital role in supporting families and nurturing children's development during their most formative years. With increasing demand for quality early childhood education and care services, this sector offers rewarding career opportunities for passionate professionals who want to make a lasting impact on children's lives.

With a wide range of partners in early learning centers, family day care services, and outside school hours care programs across Australia, we are committed to creating meaningful opportunities in the childcare sector.These roles blend education, care, and play to support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development, while also providing essential support to working families.

2,100+

Available Positions

$28-42

Hourly Rate Range

93%

Job Satisfaction Rate

Child Care Roles

Diverse opportunities to support children's learning and development

Preschool Teachers

Qualified teachers developing and implementing educational programs for children aged 0-5 years.

$35-42 per hour
University qualification required
Curriculum development
Professional development support

Child Care Educators

Support children's learning and development through play-based activities and care routines.

$28-35 per hour
Certificate III/Diploma pathways
Hands-on learning environment
Career progression opportunities

Room Leaders

Lead age-specific rooms and mentor junior educators while maintaining high-quality care standards.

$32-38 per hour
Leadership development
Mentoring responsibilities
Quality improvement focus

Child Development Areas

Jobs N Visa supports holistic development across multiple domains

Cognitive Development

Supporting thinking, problem-solving, and early literacy and numeracy skills.

Social-Emotional Learning

Helping children develop emotional regulation, empathy, and social skills.

Physical Development

Encouraging gross and fine motor skills through active play and movement.

Creative Expression

Fostering creativity through art, music, drama, and imaginative play.

Child Care Requirements

Essential qualifications and attributes for child care professionals

Qualifications & Checks

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum)
Working with Children Check
First Aid, CPR, and Anaphylaxis training
Police clearance certificate

Personal Qualities

Genuine love for working with children
Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm
Strong communication teamwork with children and families
Cultural sensitivity & inclusiveness

Professional Skills

Understanding of child development principles
Ability to plan and implement learning activities
Observation and documentation skills

Child Care Careers