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Benefits of working at C&K

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Why choose a career with C&K

At C&K, children come first – but so do you.

We support, recognise, and celebrate the impactful and meaningful work our people do and strive to be a place where you can truly belong.

We are committed to providing collaborative and rewarding work environments for all our employees.

At C&K, you’ll enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect. Working across teams, functions and the state of Queensland. You’ll enjoy access to some of the most talented people in their fields. Equally, you’ll be valued for your skills and expertise.

Collective success is rewarded, and diversity is highly valued. So we’ll welcome your ideas and opinions, trust you to do your job and treat you with genuine respect and consideration.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, so any surplus funds are reinvested to ensure better outcomes for children. We also invest in you as employees so that you can invest in children - inspire and provide the highest quality education and care. We know you’re passionate and committed to early learning. We know you are the difference.

Our Employee Benefits

We invest in our employees, so they can invest in children.

Discover the advantages of being part of an organisation where your voice is heard, your contributions are’re valued, and you truly feel like you belong. When you join C&K, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive pay, discounted C&K childcare fees, referral bonuses, professional development and more.

Competitive Remuneration

C&K attracts, retains, and motivates top talent with competitive wages and salaries benchmarked above industry standards for all employees.

Discounted C&K Fees

Eligible C&K employees get discounted fees for their children at C&K centres: Educators receive 75% off the gap fee, and non-educators receive 35%. Enrolment fees waived.

Employee Assistance Program

C&K offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with services by registered psychologists and specialists for all employees and their immediate families.

Paid Blue Card

The Blue Card system ensures safe, supportive environments for children's development. C&K covers initial and renewal Blue Card costs for all permanent and fixed-term employees.

Employee Discounts

C&K offers employee discounts, including a partnership with Bupa for corporate health insurance, providing comprehensive wellness solutions for employees and their families.

Parental Leave & Return to Work Support

C&K’s Return to Work Support Program offers parents returning from leave six weeks' wages over six months to ease the transition back to work. Eligibility criteria apply.

Priority access to childcare

As a family-friendly employer, C&K offers permanent and fixed-term employees priority access to childcare, placing them at the top of waiting lists for the next vacancy.

First Aid training and support

C&K's reputation relies on delivering quality education and care services. We support centre employees with current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certification, covering costs for permanent and fixed-term employees, ensuring safety and confidence.

Employee Referral Program

The Employee Referral Program lets C&K employees refer friends or family for jobs. If the referred candidate completes their probation, the referrer receives a reward.

Salary Packaging

Salary Packaging allows employees to receive part of their pay in non-cash forms, such as superannuation, vehicle leases, mortgage/rent, electronic devices, memberships, and health insurance.

Scholarships

Up to $35,000 in scholarships are available at C&K!

Available for permanent and casual employees studying a Cert III, Diploma, Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education. Scholarships have varying criteria and eligibility requirements and are offered through the Qualifications Pathways Program (QPP).

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