Earn AUD $72-95k in Australia.

Start your move in 4 weeks.

UK early childhood teachers earn £31-43k. Australian preschools pay AUD $72-95k for the same qualification. TeachPath handles the introduction at no cost to you. Work visa typically approved in days. Flights included.

UK early childhood teacher reading with children in Australian preschool classroom

Why Australia

Earn up to 80% more as an early childhood teacher

Since January 2024, the Australian government's childcare exemption means you can work at the same preschool for 12+ months on a Working Holiday Visa - then renew for a second year. This is a career move, not a gap year. Most teachers who go, stay.

Salary Comparison

UK to Australia: The salary gap is real

Early career UK teachers earn £31-43k. Australian preschools pay AUD $72,000-$95,000 for the same EYFS qualification. The cost of living is comparable. The purchasing power in Sydney is 30% higher than London. The numbers work.

£31-43k

UK early career salary

A$95K

Top Australian salary

80%+

Salary Increase Possible

4 weeks

Time from first message to landing in Australia

How it works

Step 1: Message us on WhatsApp and tell us about your qualification

Step 2: We match you with preschools hiring now in Sydney or Melbourne

Step 3: Interview, visa, fly. You're teaching within 4 weeks.

"Is this a career move or a gap year?"

Childcare exemption means 12+ months, same employer, pathway to sponsorship. Career move.

“What does it cost me?"

TeachPath's service is completely free to teachers. You'll need to cover your own visa application (around AUD $510) and initial flights - though many preschools offer flight reimbursement on arrival.

"Can I actually get a visa?"

417 Working Holiday Visa takes 1-7 days online. You almost certainly qualify.