Lead Educator

18 hours ago


Lara, Australia Busy Bees Full time

Step into Leadership - Inspire Young Minds at Busy Bees at Lara

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Educator ready to take the next step in your career? Busy Bees at Lara is looking for an experienced and motivated Lead Educator to join our growing Hive and lead a room with confidence, care, and creativity.

Located just outside of Geelong, our service offers a warm and inclusive environment, where educators are empowered to deliver high-quality programs that nurture each child’s development.

About the Role: As a Lead Educator, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)- Lead and support a team of educators in your room to maintain a nurturing and inclusive environment- Collaborate with families to build strong relationships and support each child’s development- Maintain documentation, learning journals, and reflections- Ensure all practices align with the National Quality Standards (NQS)

What You’ll Need:
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA approved)- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a Lead Educator or Room Leader role- Sound understanding of EYLF, NQS and child development- Strong communication and teamwork skills- Current WWCC (Employee), First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates- Full working rights in Australia

What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate + Uniform & Laundry allowance- Generous childcare discount (permanent employees)- Access to professional development and leadership training- Supportive management team and national networks- Opportunities to grow your career with Busy Bees

Why Join Busy Bees?
We’re not just a workplace - we’re a Hive Be part of a global organisation that values collaboration, innovation and the wellbeing of our educators.

Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.


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