- A unique opportunity in a stunning location!
- Subsidised housing available!
- Fantastic salary based on skills and experience!
- Six weeks annual leave!
- Relocation assistance available!
Carpentaria Shire is located where the Outback meets the sea, in the south eastern region of the Gulf of Carpentaria in North Western Queensland. The Shire covers around 65,000 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 2,200. A uniquely beautiful part of the world, Carpentaria Shire encompasses countryside ranging from vast inland plains to mangrove forests, deltas and saltpans along the coastal areas of the Gulf.
The traditional country of the Gkuthaarn, Kukatj and Kurtijar people, Carpentaria Shire offers a friendly and close-knit community atmosphere, fantastic primary and secondary schools, medical services, recreational and sporting facilities and the standard infrastructure to be expected in a modern community. The region has a diverse industry base with agriculture, fishing, mining, tourism and government administration all contributing to the thriving local economy.
Carpentaria Shire encompasses the towns of Normanton and Karumba and has a friendly, laid-back lifestyle. It's a place where children are free to explore and parents are free from worry.
If you're looking for a change of pace and the opportunity to gain a unique experience that few will ever encounter, this is the location for you!
About the Opportunity
Are you looking for a unique Lead Educator opportunity with a progressive local government in North Queensland?
Carpentaria Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Educator to assist the Child Care Director with the efficient running of the Normanton Child Care Centre.
To be considered, you will hold a Diploma of Children's Services and hold a current Blue Card.
Carpentaria Shire Council are looking for an effective communicator who has the ability to develop warm and respectful relationships with children and their families.
This is the perfect opportunity for you to take on a unique opportunity, relocate to a place of unparalleled beauty, and make a real difference in a friendly and accepting community!
Carpentaria Shire Council will reward your commitment with an attractive salary package, subsidised housing, relocation assistance and 6 weeks annual leave.
This is an opportunity to make your mark on an established community organisation, using your enthusiasm and skills to have a direct and positive impact on the children within the Carpentaria Shire.
For further information please download the Queries may be directed to Human Resources on 07 4745 2200.
You will be required to upload a copy of your resume during the online application process.
Please note, Council will be assessing applications as they are received.
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