Lead Educator

**Join Our Passionate Team at Rose Rainbow Steiner Kindergarten & Mighty Oaks Outside School Hours Care service**

Are you an educator who believes in the magic of childhood, the power of play, and the importance of nurturing creativity, curiosity, and imagination? If so, we’d love to welcome you to **Rose Rainbow Steiner Kindergarten** and **Mighty Oaks OSHC**, located in the heart of Alexandra Hills.

We are expanding our team and offering **flexible full-time and part-time positions**, including **permanent roles**. Our educators work **collaboratively** in a warm and supportive environment, often sharing leadership roles to create an enriching experience for both educators and children.

**Why Join Us?**
- **Rose Rainbow is an EXCEEDING-rated service** under the National Quality Standard
- **A Steiner-inspired learning environment** that nurtures the whole child—head, heart, and hands
- **A natural and beautiful setting**, including our bush play space at Birdwood Place
- **A strong community spirit**, where children and educators feel at home
- **Flexible work-life balance**, with shift options to suit a family-friendly workplace and lifestyle
- **Mentoring and training provided**, including leadership development and Steiner pedagogy

**Current Opportunities**

**1. Lead Educator & Educator - Rose Rainbow Steiner Kindergarten**

If you are a qualified Educator who is passionate about creating a calm, nurturing space for nursery and junior kindergarten children, this role is for you

**We’re looking for**:

- A **Lead Educator** qualified with a **Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care** (or working towards it)
- A **Cert III qualified Educator** or **Lunch Float Educator** (or applicant interested in a traineeship with flexible midday start times available)

**Offering**:

- **Flexible hours** - permanent part-time or full-time available
- **Opportunities for career growth** - ideal for those progressing towards leadership
- **Supportive team environment**

**You will bring**:

- The ability to deliver engaging, play-based programs that reflect children’s interests
- Create nurturing rhythms that support children’s wellbeing and a sense of belonging
- Build strong relationships with families and contribute to meaningful community connections
- Collaborate with our supportive team that values growth, creativity, and high-quality care for children
- Be available for rostered shifts between **6:30am and 6:00pm**, Monday to Friday

To flourish in this role, you’ll also have:

- Sound knowledge of the **EYLF** and **NQF**:

- A current **Working with Children Check**:

- **First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis** certifications
- **Child Protection Training** (or willingness to obtain)

**2. OSHC Assistant Director - Mighty Oaks OSHC**

As the Assistant Director, you will be a key leader in delivering high-quality care and creating memorable experiences for the children in our service.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about outside of school hours care and leadership, ready to make a meaningful impact on the children, families, and team.

**We’re looking for**:

- A Passionate educator who loves working with school-age children
- Applicants with skills in **sports, arts, crafts, music, or STEM** are highly valued
- **Afternoon shifts available (2:30 PM onwards)**:

- **Full-day shifts during school holidays**

To flourish in this role, you’ll also have:

- Sound knowledge of **MTOP**:

- A current **Working with Children Check**:

- **First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis** certifications
- **Child Protection Training** (or willingness to obtain)

**3. OSHC Educator - Mighty Oaks OSHC (Ideal for University Students)**

Are you studying **Education or a related degree**? Gain hands-on experience while working in a boutique OSHC setting with high educator-to-child ratios.

**We’re looking for**:

- Passionate educators who love working with children
- **No formal qualifications required** - just enthusiasm and creativity
- Applicants with skills in **sports, arts, crafts, music, or STEM** are highly valued
- **Afternoon shifts available (2:30 PM onwards)**:

- **Full-day shifts during school holidays**:

- **Great opportunity for university students looking for flexible work**

**Why You’ll Love Working With Us**
- **Our vision is to provide a place filled with joy, laughter, and a deep appreciation for childhood**:

- **We value natural learning environments that sparks children's creativity and exploration**:

- **A team that feels like family—supportive, collaborative, and welcoming**:

- **Opportunities to grow, learn, and be mentored in Steiner education**

**We believe in possibilities, not limits** If you’re passionate about making a difference in children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person