Recruitment and Consulting for Early Childhood & OSHC
We place leaders who transform early learning & OSHC services, and inspire change for the better of the education and care sector.
- Operations Manager
- Centre Director
Tailored Solutions for Early Childhood & OSHC
At Firefly HR, we know the best outcomes come from genuine collaboration. We listen, we take the time to understand, and we work with you, not just for you. That’s how we build real partnerships that lead to lasting change in the ECE and OSHC sector.
Why partner with Firefly HR?
- 30+ years leading and shaping the sector
- Recruitment built on relationships, never a one-size approach
- Leaders who stay, grow, and strengthen whole teams
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Candidates Placed
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Google Review Rating
Plan smarter, hire better, lead stronger.
Recruitment in education and care is more than filling vacancies. It is about stability, future planning, and finding people who lift quality. That is where Firefly HR stands apart.
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Testimonials
Our Clients Love Us
General Manager
Our charity has been using Firefly HR for over 2 years now. They have been the best recruitment company we have ever used. Barbi, James, Rochelle and the team are extremely professional with everything they do. Their attention to detail in finding suitable applicants for roles is excellent and they always produce high quality applicants to choose from. I would encourage any company looking to employ staff within the education and care industries to try them.
Chief Operating Officer
James and Barbi from Firefly are genuinely the best! They are attentive, listen and always have a speedy response! They take care of everything and support your recruitment journey every step of the way! Will be using them again! Thank you!
Candidate
Firefly is not your typical recruitment agency. I was surprised by the communication and support I received throughout my recent application process. James made me feel important, his approach was attentive and caring. I feel comfortable contacting Firefly for any future support or guidance and recommend their consultation services.
Steve from FireflyHR recently conducted a workshop on Active Supervision with my team. Given my team is comprised mostly of young educators, Steve's input into ratios, compliance and child protection proved invaluable. He related the information to real-life situations and opened the floor up to group discussion. As a Nominated Supervisor, I found it particularly helpful to revisit the basics. I can't recommend the workshop highly enough!
Training Attendee
The information presented was relevant and delivered in an engaging way, with plenty of opportunity for group discussion.
Training Attendee
We have engaged Firefly HR for professional development in the OOSH sector and have been extremely impressed with their services. The workshop and webinar facilitators are highly knowledgeable, and Steve, in particular, has gone above and beyond to accommodate our schedule and tailor the training to meet the specific needs of our service. We would highly recommend Firefly HR to any organisation seeking to enhance staff skills and support growth in all areas of learning and development within the childcare and OOSH space.
PD Client
I’ve followed firefly for years, was always impressed with their upbeat messages about the OSHC industry, was always impressed with the jobs they post - finally one came up that seemed like a fit for me! Barbi and James were great to deal with, informative and encouraging and kept me in the loop. With their help I’ve landed an amazing role and I’m very happy. Highly recommended Firefly! A leader of the industry.
Candidate
We are a small community-based Preschool in rural NSW. We used Firefly HR to recruit for a director. The service we received was exceptional. Barbi and James took the time to get to know how we operate and what we needed in a director. Their communication skills are excellent, and any correspondence was always received in a timely manner. We also utilised services provided by Steve around compliance and regulations which was invaluable. The entire Firefly team have in-depth knowledge of the early childhood sector which makes them a standout in the recruitment field. We would highly recommend Firefly HR.
Recruitment Client
I just want to acknowledge FireflyHR and thank you making this whole experience so positive. What sets firefly apart from other recruitment companies is the personal connections you guys make with candidates. You got to know me and what I am passionate about and paired me with the perfect position that truely aligns with my values.
Candidate
Barbi and James are dedicated not only to supporting the sector, but the wider community also. They are dedicated and professional, and committed to seeing the ECEC sector gain the recognition it deserves.
ACA QLD
We're not just recruiters
At Firefly HR, we understand that childcare recruitment can be challenging. That’s why we’ve assembled a team of experts to assist you whenever you need it.
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Transform the way you hire and trust Firefly HR to connect you with qualified, experienced, motivated leaders that fit your company culture.
Working with Firefly HR has been an absolute pleasure. Their dedicated team went above and beyond to understand our company's unique needs and find the perfect candidates for our open positions. Their professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail have made the recruitment process seamless and stress-free. Thanks to Firefly HR, we've been able to build a talented team that aligns perfectly with our 3Bridges goals and culture. I highly recommend Firefly HR to any company seeking top-notch recruitment services.