Lead Educator

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Lead Educator to join our team in providing a safe and stimulating environment which meets the social, cultural, emotional, educational and physical needs of the children and encourages parent and community participation. 

⭐ About the Role

This is a Permanent part-time opportunity across 5 days, Monday to Friday based in the Toddler room. 

As the Lead Educator, you will play a key role in creating a warm, engaging, and stimulating environment where toddlers can thrive. You will lead curriculum planning, mentor fellow educators within your room, and build strong relationships with children and families while ensuring high-quality educational outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about supporting children's development during these important early years and enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive team environment.

🌈 About the Centre

Be part of a team that's making a difference every day. 💛

At Journey Early Learning Seymour, you'll join our purpose-built 126-place centre where passionate educators work together to create a welcoming, child-first environment. Our team values collaboration, respect, and strong relationships, ensuring every educator feels supported to grow both personally and professionally.

We believe the best learning happens when educators feel inspired, empowered, and connected. That's why we encourage everyone to share ideas, contribute to programming, and work together to create engaging experiences that help children thrive.

If you're looking for a centre where you'll be valued, supported by a collaborative team, and have the opportunity to make a real impact in children's lives every day, we'd love to welcome you to Journey Seymour. 🌿

🌱 Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times 
• Lead, develop and implement engaging, high-quality educational programs 
• Mentor and support educators to plan and deliver meaningful learning experiences. 
• Overseeing and approving centre Storypark posts 
• Foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that encourages exploration and creativity 
• Provide constructive feedback to educators to promote continuous improvement and a culture of positive change 
• Collaborate with families to ensure each child’s learning journey is supported and enriched 

🎁 What We Offer

• Above award rates
• Anniversary Gifts to recognise you 
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Access to mentoring and support from experienced leaders
• Mental Health First Aid 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Access to retail/lifestyle discounts 
• Excursions - we encourage all services to engage with the community through excursions 

💛 About You

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Lead Educator
• Sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality early childhood education and care
• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates (or willingness to obtain)