Lead Educator

2 weeks ago

Sunshine Coast, Australia Affinity Education Group Full time
Overview

Join our team at Milestones Early Learning Warana

Affinity Education is a Child Safe Organisation, where child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Affinity Advantages
  • Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
  • 10% workers retention payment for all educators, increasing to 15% in December 2025
  • Apply for scholarships for Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.
  • Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
  • Advance your career towards a role in senior educational roles or operational management.
  • Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
  • Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers.
About the Centre

Conveniently located on Technology Drive and just a stone's throw from the water, Milestones Warana provides high-quality early education and child care for children aged 0–5 years in a nurturing, coastal setting that feels like home.

We understand how important it is to find a centre where your child feels safe, happy, and supported. Our experienced educators are passionate about building strong, genuine relationships with each family and child, creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child can grow and thrive.

Each day at our centre is filled with fun, discovery, and learning through play. Our thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces - including an inviting play area with water views - encourage children to explore, make friends, and build the skills they'll need for life. Children also enjoy healthy, delicious meals freshly prepared onsite each day.

About you
  • Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or an ACECQA-approved equivalent Bachelor's degree
  • A current Working with Children's Check or willing to obtain
  • Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain
  • A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds
Why work for Affinity?

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn't just about what we do for children; it's about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education

Our Curriculum

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia's most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.

Our Safety Commitment

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply now


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