Why you should join the Big Bear Academy team

At Big Bear Academy, we’re more than a childcare centre — we’re a supportive, collaborative, and inspiring community committed to excellence in early childhood education. When you join our team, you become part of a family-owned organisation that truly values its educators and invests in their growth, wellbeing, and long-term success.

What We Offer:

·Family-owned environment: Experience the warmth, care, and personalised support that only a family run centre can provide.

·Paid birthday leave: Enjoy your special day off — on us!

·50% Discount on childcare fees: Exceptional care for your own children at an affordable rate (50% discount after your CCS is deducted).

·In-house mentoring & professional development: Grow your skills through ongoing training, mentoring, and career development opportunities.

·Fun team bonding experiences: Join a team that values connection, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture.

·Respect for your expertise: Work in an environment where your knowledge, skills, and professional insights are genuinely appreciated.

·Well resourced learning spaces: Access high-quality materials and beautifully designed environments that inspire creativity and engagement.

·Generous resource budgets: Bring your ideas to life with strong support for educational resources and innovation.

·Above ratio classrooms: Enjoy more time for meaningful interactions, quality programming, and building strong relationships with children.

·Wellbeing programs: Benefit from initiatives designed to support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

·Purpose-built, play based environments: Teach in thoughtfully designed spaces that encourage exploration, learning, and play.

·Onsite parking: Convenient and stress-free access to the centre.

·Rostered planning time: Dedicated time away from the classroom for programming, planning, and reflection.