Educator - St Ives

About Us

At Simba Education, we’re all about creating meaningful early learning experiences in natural, inspiring environments. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our goal is straightforward to provide children with the best possible start in life by seeing them as capable and curious individuals.
We’re growing quickly, and with that come exciting opportunities to grow with us.

Be Part of Something Special
We’re looking for a passionate Educator to join our team at St Ives
If you’re someone who lights up watching children learn something new, values strong relationships, and wants to work somewhere that feels like home, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
You’ll play a key role in supporting both children and colleagues while upholding high-quality practices and National Quality Standards (NQS). And as our organisation expands, so too will your opportunities for professional development and progression.

About the Service

• Casual and Full time positions available
• 96-place centre caring for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years
• Currently sitting at 40% occupancy — meaning plenty of room to make your mark
• Four beautiful rooms: Nursery, Toddler, Junior Preschool & Preschool
• We use Owna to make communication with families simple and meaningful

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment for children to thrive
• Being proactive and present in your supervision of children
• Building warm relationships with families, children and your team
• Contributing ideas and helping our service grow

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (ACECQA approved)
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
• Paid WWCC & Child Protection certificate
• Safe Sleep & Food Safety (ideal but not essential)
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Simba?

• Competitive above-award salary,
• Up to 50% Childcare discount (off the gap)
• Health & Wellness Program, including 50% off gym memberships
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Fun, professional, and supportive company culture
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through our trusted provider
• Sector networking opportunitiesto broaden your connections
• On-site flu vaccinations for your health and convenience

How to Apply
Think this could be your next chapter?
Click APPLY NOW — or email us at [email protected] for a confidential chat.

What Our Families Say
“Since moving to Simba, my almost 4-year-old has blossomed — he comes home full of stories about his day, and it’s opened up a whole new level of connection between us.
The staff are warm, experienced and inclusive. I genuinely feel heard as a parent, and that kind of