Lead Educator

Join our dynamic team as a Lead Educator, where you’ll shape young minds, foster a nurturing environment, and support a team of educators committed to excellence. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative, growth-focused workplace, this role is perfect for you

**Why Edge? We Offer Cutting-Edge Benefits**:

- Birthday Leave: Take a paid day off to celebrate you For permanent team members.
- Childcare Gap Fee Discounts: available for permanent team members.
- Referral Bonus Scheme: Rewarding you for helping us grow our team.
- Salary Sacrificing: our provider is Maxxia
- Uniform Allowance: Receive a full uniform set and annual top-ups.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through our trusted provider.
- Employee Peer Recognition Program: Edge Excellence Awards
- Onsite Flu Vaccinations.
- Professional Development & Training Opportunities.

**About the Role**:
As a Lead Educator, you’ll work alongside the Centre Director and Educational Leader to design and deliver high-quality, culturally responsive learning experiences for children. You will:

- Lead and Mentor: Guide and support educators, promoting professional growth and high standards of care.
- Implement Programs: Develop and evaluate specialized programs that support each child’s unique needs and interests.
- Create a Safe Space: Maintain a safe, hygienic, and engaging environment for children and team members, in line with OHS and Duty of Care standards.
- Build Connections: Cultivate warm relationships with children, families, and colleagues, ensuring every child feels a strong sense of belonging.
- Document Learning: Keep accurate records of each child’s progress and development, aligning with centre policies and national regulations.

**What You’ll Need to Succeed**:

- An Early Childhood Qualification recognized at a Children’s Services Employee Level 4 or higher.
- Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma Management certifications.
- Substantial professional experience and strong administrative skills, with a knack for time management.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and positively with children and adults.
- Proven leadership skills and high self-motivation.

**Child Safety at Edge Early Learning**

At Edge Early Learning, children’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where every child feels valued, heard, and protected. Our team upholds the highest standards of care and is dedicated to safeguarding children through vigilant practices, ongoing training, and strong, supportive relationships. All Edge employees undergo relevant safety checks and are expected to champion our culture of child safety every day.