Educators – Mandurah

Nurturing Your Career, While You Nurture Their Next Step At Bright Steps Academy, a career in early learning is about more than a job. It is about the relationships you build, the little moments you notice, the confidence you help grow and the difference you make in a child’s day. We are building teams of caring, curious and committed people who want to make a meaningful difference. You’ll be supported to grow, encouraged to share ideas and surrounded by people who genuinely care about children, families and each other.

At Bright Steps Academy, we differentiate ourselves by creating a work environment that provides all educators with ongoing on-the-job training and access to professional development opportunities. The best teams bring out the best in each other. Join people who care about children, families and their teammates, with a culture built on respect, collaboration and genuine support.

The little moments matter. Help a child feel safe at drop-off, celebrate a milestone, notice what they need and build the relationships families remember. Quality learning environments, thoughtful resources, professional development and practical support give you the foundations to create meaningful experiences for children. Great early learning comes from curious educators. We want people who think creatively, contribute ideas, share what they know and look for ways to make things better. Your contribution matters.

We support our people through recognition, wellbeing initiatives, meaningful benefits and opportunities to learn and grow. Qualifications matter – but so does who you are when you walk into the room. We are looking for people who care about the little things, build genuine relationships and take pride in creating safe, welcoming places for children and families.

• You get down to a child’s level and really listen.
• You notice when a child, family member or teammate is not quite themselves.
• You understand that a difficult drop-off matters to both the child and their family.
• You take time to learn children’s interests, personalities and routines.
• You communicate openly and respectfully with families.
• You support your teammates and contribute to a positive centre culture.
• You bring ideas, energy and curiosity.
• You champion child safety and wellbeing.
• You want to keep learning and growing.

This is the difference you can make. Our families consistently tell us that the people in our centres make the biggest difference.

• Helping children feel safe, included and supported
• Supporting children’s emotions and individual needs
• Making difficult drop-offs a little easier
• Building strong relationships with children and families
• Going above and beyond in the everyday moments
• Helping families feel welcome and supported
• Getting to know children and families as individuals
• Helping children grow, thrive and develop with confidence

Your Career Can Grow Here. Your next step does not have to mean leaving Bright Steps. We want our people to keep learning, building confidence and progressing into new opportunities across our centres and support teams.

• Career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Funded First Aid, CPR & Child Protection training

Child safety starts with all of us. Every person at Bright Steps Academy has a responsibility to help create a safe, respectful and child-focused environment. We expect our people to take child safety seriously, speak up when something does not feel right and make decisions with children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre. If you join our team, this becomes part of your everyday role. It shapes how you work with children, how you support your colleagues and how you communicate with families.

Our recruitment process reflects that commitment. All applicants undergo Working with Children Checks, reference checks and interviews that explore your values and understanding of child safety. Once you are with us, ongoing training and supervision means you will always know how to recognise concerns and act on them. Raising a concern is never an inconvenience here. It is exactly what we ask of you.

Our Core Values At Bright Steps Academy, our motto: “BRIGHT” is at the heart of everything we do.

• Belonging: We are an inclusive and welcoming early learning community that feels like home. Everyone belongs at Bright Steps Academy.
• Respect: We foster respectful relationships with children, families, and each other through open communication and genuine care.
• Individuality: We value and nurture each child’s talents, interests, and unique identity through our caring, individual approach to learning.
• Growth: We actively encourage children to learn and grow by providing them with the best environments, resources, and support.
• Happiness: We provide children with exciting, joyful, and memorable learning experiences that truly fuel happy childhood memories.
• Teamwork: We are passionate professionals who work together as a team to deliver excellence in all aspects of early education and care.

Bright Steps Academy is committed to child safety and wellbeing. We have zero tolerance for child abuse, and all roles require a Working With Children Check, police checks and reference checks.