Position Vacant: Kindergarten Teacher: 0.6 Contract
Kindergarten Teacher: 0.6 Part Time Contract, Fairholme Junior School
January 2026 start
The College:
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Range escarpment in Australia’s Garden City of Toowoomba, Fairholme College is one of Australia’s leading independent girls’ schools with around 800 students from Kindy to Year 12.
Fairholme students enjoy outstanding success in the academic pursuit (close to 95% of Year 12 students proceed to tertiary studies each year), as well as in sporting, cultural and service activities. Please explore further on the College website to learn more about Fairholme’s offerings and our students’ achievement
From the establishment of our predecessor school in 1908, through the move to our current location in 1917 and into the 21st century, Fairholme is committed to a student enrolment split roughly 40/60 between country boarders and Toowoomba day girls, and to single-sex girls’ education.
A College of the Presbyterian Church of Queensland, Fairholme is committed to creating a caring Christian community where all we do is undergirded by our Christian faith.
The Position
We are seeking a passionate Early Childhood Teacher with a genuine commitment to school-based kindergarten to join our vibrant Fairholme College community. The ideal candidate should have experience in a kindergarten setting and be versed in the:
- Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF),
- Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG),
- National Quality Framework (NQF), and
- National law and Regulations.
POSITION: Kindergarten Teacher - 0.6 Part Time Contract.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal through Head of Junior School
REPORTS TO: Deputy Head of Head of Junior School
KEY FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Students; Junior School Kindergarten Staff; Parents.
The Person
You should be a passionate advocate of play-based learning, dedicated to creating an innovate and creative environment for children 3 to 5. We seek someone who is committed to ongoing professional development and best practice.
The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with colleagues to support continuous quality improvement.
Above all, you’ll have an exception ability to build respectful partnerships with children and their families.
Note well:
- This is a 0.6 part time, 12-month contracted, term time, salary position which pays teacher rate wages.
- Fairholme is a sessional (not long day care) kindergarten.
- Applicant must be able to work Monday, Wednesday and Friday, term time.
Key Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the programming and daily implementation of the curriculum informed by the guidelines of the National Quality Framework (NQF), the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG) in the Kindergarten Room.
- Complete required documentation – including programming, observations, scrapbooks, incident records and a Storypark entry each day.
- Ensure the safety, health and hygiene for all children in the room at all times.
- Support positive relationships established with families and communicate information to parents at the end of the day.
- Share in the setup of equipment and resources for activities in the outdoor play areas in the morning.
- Encourage children to develop their independence and self-help skills through supportive toileting routines, mealtimes and transitions.
- Any other duties during the day as required.
Organisational Responsibilities
- Uphold and promote the policies, procedures and standards of Fairholme Kindy;
- Maintain confidentiality in issues relating to children, families and staff;
- Participate in all care and education duties as required with all children at both Fairholme Kindergarten and Fairholme College.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) – ACECQA approved
- Queensland College of Teachers registration
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certification
- Current Blue Card or Exemption Card
- Child Protection Certificate – CHCPRT025 – Identify and Report Children and Young People at Rick (or other ECEC approved equivalent).
Why Join Us
At Fairholme College, you will become part of a warm and welcoming Christian community that values collaboration, innovation and excellence. You’ll be supported by a collegial team of passionate educators and can make a tangible difference in the lives of young women through sport and education. We offer a vibrant workplace culture that celebrates effort and achievement, encourages professional growth and fosters a sense of belonging for both staff and students. If you are ready to inspire, lead and grow within a school that truly values its people, we invite you to join us on this rewarding journey.
Other Duties
The Principal may require the Kindergarten Teacher to undertake other duties from time to time, in areas which they are duly qualified (subject to the person’s ability to perform such duties) and in keeping with their role.
Working with Children:
As a College we are committed to the health and wellbeing of all our members and, in particular the welfare of all students in our care. As such, staff members are committed to prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect and adherence to the Child Protection Policy and the Staff Code of Conduct, both of which are available on the College webpage.
Whilst such policies have direct relevance to boarding, coaching, nursing and teaching staff, all prospective candidates are requested to read the following documents prior to submitting an application. Our responsibilities to work respectfully and thoughtfully with all, and particularly the young people in our care, are shared across all staff, evident in our demeanour, as well as our adherence to policy requirements.
Prospective candidates are requested to read these documents prior to submission of an application.
Communication Skills
The ability to work collaboratively with work colleagues, and to communicate clearly and enthusiastically with staff, students, and families as well as give demonstrated support to and enactment of a restorative practices approach to conflict resolution is required for all staff.
Prospective candidates are requested to read the following documents prior to submitting an application:
Restorative Practices »
Workplace Health and Safety
As a member of the College staff are required to follow all workplace, health and safety requirements that include but are not limited to:
- Adherence to and working knowledge of policy requirements;
- Cooperation with audit, professional learning and training/drill processes;
- Meticulous attention to reporting responsibilities and record-keeping obligations in relation to all workplace, health and safety matters.
The Package
The appointment is currently under the conditions of the 2022 Fairholme College Certified Agreement and will attract proportional time release and remuneration commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience and expertise.
Applications
Applications, which close on Friday 31 October 2025, should include a cover letter and a full curriculum vitae (no longer than four A4 pages, font: Calibri, size 12) with the following details:
- Personal details including name, address, contact details, QCT registration number;
- Academic qualifications;
- Employment history;
- Professional associations and recent professional learning activities;
- Significant professional or personal achievements;
- Explains the appeal of the position to you personally. and…
- Names and contact details of 3 referees.
*The College reserves the right to contact other persons who may have relevant knowledge of your qualifications and experience.
Closing date Friday 31 October 2025
Applications to:
Mrs Clare McConnel
Assistant to the Head of Fairholme Junior School
Fairholme College
PO Box 688
TOOWOOMBA 4350
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07 4688 4647
Selection Process
The interview panel will review applications and determine a short list. Non successful candidates will be advised via email once the interview process has been completed and the successful candidate appointed.
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