Queensland Childcare Services
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    Work/Life balance
    3.4(84 ratings)
    Career development
    3.6(84 ratings)
    Benefits & perks
    3.4(84 ratings)
    Management
    3.4(84 ratings)
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    3.4(84 ratings)
    Diversity & equal opportunity
    3.5(84 ratings)
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    1.0
    Administration Officer
    Mar 2026
    South Brisbane QLD 41011 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Profit Over People: A Toxic Work Environment
    The good thingsThe families were by far the best part of this role. Building meaningful relationships with both children and their parents was incredibly rewarding. Many families were kind, appreciative, and genuinely invested in their child’s development, which made coming to work enjoyable despite the challenges.
    The challengesThe high staff turnover made it very difficult to maintain consistency, which was frustrating for both staff and families. The centre director seemed unsure of how to effectively manage her team, which often left staff feeling unsupported and undervalued. On top of that, interactions with head office were frequently unpleasant: communication was rude and the overall environment felt toxic. It became clear that the company’s primary focus is profit. If a centre isn’t meeting financial targets, the response is usually to cut budgets and reduce staff hours rather than provide support or guidance, which negatively impacts both the children and the educators. Children who require additional support often do not receive the care they need, and without proper guidance or resources, educators also struggle to do their jobs effectively. Overall, the workplace felt more focused on financial outcomes than on creating a supportive environment for staff and children alike.
    2.0
    Qualified Lead Educator
    Mar 2026
    Chermside QLD 40324 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    Outdated approach to early learning, toxic culture and no ability to want to improve or learn
    The good thingsFlexible working hours, management tried their best to best suit everyone's needs, understanding of educators with their own children
    The challengesA lot of gossiping behind people's backs, this came from management too, safety complaints were never taken seriously, therefore educators continue to behave inappropriately, members of the management team used power over responses and behaviour towards educators, old and outdated approaches to children's development, judgemental comments made about families, toxic culture, management who cared about KPIs, budgeting and money, if only the families knew what was really going on, mental health of staff is very poor and you're blamed for speaking up
    1 person found this helpful
    1.0
    Head Office
    Mar 2026
    Brisbane QLD 4000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Toxic management culture that negatively impacts staff wellbeing and mental health
    The good thingsBuilding personal resilience against the many adversities faced working for this organisation.
    The challengesHead office leadership lacks empathy and accountability. Psychological safety is non-existent, raising concerns or challenging decisions does not feel safe. Management behaviours are often defensive, reactive and unprofessional. The culture feels more like schoolyard politics than what should be a mature organisation. There appears to be more focus on protecting the company’s image than addressing systemic issues (it is quite comical that staff have had to be asked to write positive reviews, queue the many 5 star reviews all dated around the same period). Long-term staff will recognise a complete disconnect between what management would like the public perception to be and internal reality.
    1.0
    Centre Manager
    Feb 2026
    Brisbane QLD 40004 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    Head office pressures all their workers to write 5 star reviews even if they don't want.
    The good thingsThe Healthy Cooking Company had some good meals.
    The challengesWhen working there we were all told we had to write a 5 star review on here so I'm giving them a 1 star review because that's a reflection on how upper managment dealt with everything. They never listened and just pressured everyone into doing things the way they like without any insight or care to know and understand the centre. It was one size fits all for all of their centres. The head office team are not nice.
    5.0
    Area Manager
    Aug 2025
    All Brisbane QLDLess than 1 year in the role, current employee
    10/10 recommend!!!!!
    The good thingsThis is a company that puts their money where their mouth is! They truly go above and beyond for their educators, highest amount of off the floor time I have ever seen, all centre staff get bonuses and the head office team truly care.
    The challengesSmaller company but this is also a plus in many ways.
    5.0
    Lead Early Childhood Educator
    Aug 2025
    Springfield QLD 4300Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    A joy to wake up to and have a rewarding day
    The good thingsThe strong camaraderie and collaboration among your fellow colleagues create a vibrant atmosphere, while the unwavering support from your managers and directors fosters a sense of trust and guidance. Additionally, the heartfelt appreciation expressed by the staff and families of the center adds a layer of fulfillment and motivation to our work, enriching the overall experience for everyone involved.
    The challengesevery job has their challenges, but it’s being appreciated and heard
    1.0
    Lead Diploma Educator
    Jun 2025
    South Brisbane QLD 4101Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Never ever do it will ruin you for life.
    The good thingsParents and children
    The challengesHead office, management, expectations are unrealistic all about the money and not the children. All the families are talking about it also
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Administration Role
    May 2025
    Brisbane QLD 4000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    I enjoyed my time there & would recommend this workplace to anyone. I felt appreciated & thoroughly felt happy whilst employed there.
    The good thingsWas a great place to work. The staff were lovely & I enjoyed my time working there.
    The challengesI left because I went back to my previous industry
    5.0
    Educational Leader
    Feb 2025
    Ashgrove QLD 40601 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    QCCS is a supportive and positive company, with the children at the heart of everything the company does. The leadership and support offered is amazing.
    The good thingsI have worked within our QCCS company for 6 years between services. From completing my Diploma through our college AIECS, to attending many Professional Developments to support my career progression has been amazing. With the amazing support and leadership, I’ve had great career progression.
    The challengesEvery early childhood education centre has the challenges, but with the support we are provided, we over come any challenge that arises.
    4.0
    Lead Educator
    Feb 2025
    Ashgrove QLD 40605 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Supportive and amazing work culture.
    The good thingsWork culture is good, management team is supportive, alot of knowledge within the center. Close to public transport.
    The challengesCan't think of anything.
    5.0
    Information Technology Manager
    Jan 2025
    Shailer Park QLD 41287 to 8 years in the role, current employee
    This company makes you feel like part of a family. It doesn't feel like you're working for a company; it feels like you're contributing to something you truly care about, just like your own.
    The good thingsI love my work environment. The camaraderie with my colleagues is fantastic, and the support from management is outstanding.
    The challengesNothing that I can think of.
    5.0
    Area Manager
    Jan 2025
    All Brisbane QLDLess than 1 year in the role, current employee
    A company that values its employees, and most of all - the children we are employed to educate and care for!
    The good thingsThis is a company with purpose and heart. Their practices align with their mission and values, which means they deliver on what they say they are going to do. There is a great support network available to you, filled with passionate and knowledgeable people.
    The challengesAs with each company, there are some unique points of difference which are unlike other providers. However, intensive and thorough induction and training is provided in the early stages of your employment to help you understand the purpose behind these initiatives. My particular role does involve some challenges, not unlike the same role with other providers, however the connection and support with the team make these challenges seem so much smaller.
    5.0
    Educational Leader
    Oct 2024
    Morayfield QLD 4506
    Great company to work for
    The good thingsQCCS is a great company to work for. It is great that work/life balance is a priority. I also love the professional development opportunities to further my learning.
    The challengesI haven’t faced any challenges
    5.0
    Trainer and Assessor
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 41289 to 10 years in the role, current employee
    The company is very passionate about the best interest of not only the children but their educators too.
    The good thingsI enjoy the working environment QCCS has to offer. Management are supportive and the centres are very welcoming. QCCS has lots of opportunities for professional development.
    The challengesLike every place of work, there are minor challenges but QCCS are always there to support through and have a listening ear.
    5.0
    Administration Officer
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 41281 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    I would recommend QCCS as a employer.
    The good thingsThe work environment and team are a great support.
    The challengesI haven't found any challenges.
    4.0
    Educational Leader
    Oct 2024
    Springfield QLD 430011 to 12 years in the role, current employee
    Wonderful company to work for and feel 100 % supported by QCCS!
    The good thingssurrounded by an amazing team QCCS allows you to further your career in early childhood by being supportive and helping you achieve those goals. The company also pays above the award rate for early childhood. It provides lots of personal development training and supports you if you find a personal development training based on your skills that you would like to further.
    The challengesWhile there are occasional challenges, they are always met with support from management. The leadership team is responsive and ensures employees feel valued and assisted, making it easier to overcome any difficulties.
    4.0
    Administration Role
    Oct 2024
    Springfield QLD 43001 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Great work environment and supportive team at QCCS!
    The good thingsSurrounded by an amazing team that makes it a joy to come to work each day! No day is the same, there's always new jobs and projects to dive into. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Woodcrest and within QCCS.
    The challengesIn a specialised industry, there is limited career advancement for administration but I have taken on various roles across the centre to help utilise my skills, creativity and knowledge.
    4.0
    Lead Diploma Educator
    Oct 2024
    Ipswich QLD 43057 to 8 years in the role, current employee
    Endless opportunities!
    The good thingsBeing provided with endless opportunities after being a school based traineeship completing certificate 3, then to studying my diploma as an apprenticeship before stepping into the admin role. Always provided with professional development to continue bettering my practices
    The challengesNo challenges to document
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Educator
    Oct 2024
    Woodlands QLD 43439 to 10 years in the role, current employee
    Thankful for QCCS and the team.
    The good thingsQCCS is passionate about providing the highest quality care for little people.
    The challengesAll challenges are always rectified and supported.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Head Office Administrator
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 41283 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    My experience at QCCS has been incredibly rewarding and enjoyable, thanks to the friendly and supportive working environment.
    The good thingsAt QCCS, you’ll join a passionate team shaping the future of early childhood education in a positive, collaborative environment. Employees are valued and supported with regular training and mentoring to help them grow and succeed.
    The challengesQCCS have a strong reputation for delivering quality care and education, which means consistently maintaining high standards in all aspects of our service.
    5.0
    Kitchen Hand
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 4128current employee
    One sentence would be the smoothness from day one of applying through to starting my position has just been so organised.
    The good thingsWelcoming team and management team
    The challengesI haven’t experienced any challenges yet
    5.0
    Nominated Supervisor
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 41283 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    I would highly recommend this company to any prospective employees that would like to be apart of a great team environment.
    The good thingsThis company is the best I have ever worked for due to many factors but the management support, professional growth and just the working environments are so supportive and they really do care about all of their employees.
    The challengesI haven’t really experienced any at this time.
    5.0
    Assistant Director/ Educational Leader
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 4128
    A great team to work with.
    The good thingsSupport from the management team in all aspects. Communication between staff members. Team members are friendly and welcoming
    The challengesThe dual nature of my role.
    5.0
    Administration Role
    Oct 2024
    Crestmead QLD 4132Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    I’ve expanded my knowledge and grown within the childcare industry
    The good thingsHead office offer a lot of support and are there to answer any questions throughout the day. The company offers plenty of personal development programs at zero cost for employees. Management staff are knowledgeable which helps assist with their employees. Ive also noticed staff within the company are long term with a minimal turnover rate.
    The challengesi’ve not come across any challenges working for QCCS
    5.0
    Administration Role
    Oct 2024
    Shailer Park QLD 4128current employee
    My experience at QCCS has been fulfilling, offering an enjoyable work environment and plenty of opportunities for professional growth.
    The good thingsQCCS provided a welcoming work environment with a supportive team, making it easy to form lasting friendships. The positive atmosphere encourages both personal and professional growth, with great support inside and outside of work.
    The challengesWhile there are occasional challenges, they are always met with support from management. The leadership team is responsive and ensures employees feel valued and assisted, making it easier to overcome any difficulties.
    5.0
    Director
    Oct 2024
    Jimboomba QLD 42801 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    I am grateful for the company recognising my skills and abilities and supporting my journey within such a short period of time.
    The good thingsThe growth opportunities provided within the company, I have received a supportive response since I joined QCCS. The company up skills their employee's with a wide variety of professional development opportunities to increase knowledge and overall performance.
    The challengesI have not come across any challenges while working within QCCS.
    5.0
    Administration Role
    Jun 2024
    Jimboomba QLD 4280Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    I was welcomed with open arms into the company and have felt apart of the team since day 1.
    The good thingsGreat Work environment
    The challengesNot Applicable at this time
    3.0
    Lead Educator
    May 2023
    Brisbane QLD 40001 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    I enjoyed my time with QCCS and learnt a lot of valuable skills.
    The good thingsThere was a lot of support provided, and educators overall were supported to upskill and succession planned.
    The challengesIn the service I was with, some of the educators/management team had been there for a long time and over time practices have changed, however, this wasn't the class in this service. Management were supportive within the service however when it came to moving forward this led to a hard decision.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Administration Officer
    Mar 2023
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    It has been an eye-opening, yet wonderful workplace experience!
    The good thingsEmployment opportunities, team culture, support, and training
    The challengesComing into a new role without prior experience
    5.0
    Director
    Feb 2023
    I have only worked with this company and started as an unqualified assistant all the way up to Nominated Supervisor, with the support, training and guidance from management.
    The good thingsVery supportive management team who provide a lot of mentoring and guidance, amazing support throughout the Assessment and Rating process. Management ensures centres are well maintained and above equipped with resources.
    The challengesI have found no challenges.
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