Lead Educator

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Wattle Early Childhood Centre Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Are you a passionate and experienced early childhood professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children from birth to three years of age? Wattle Early Childhood Centre is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher or Lead Educator to join our team and take on a leadership role in guiding our educators, room environments, and curriculum planning.

About the Role

We are looking for an inspiring leader who can:

  • Lead and mentor a team of educators, building strong and supportive relationships.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate high-quality programs and curricula that reflect the needs, interests, and development of children under three.
  • Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
  • Work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and the wider community to foster a culture of excellence.
  • Create inclusive, safe, and nurturing learning environments that promote each child's sense of belonging, being, and becoming.
About You

We are seeking someone with:

  • A Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent), or a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care with extensive experience in leadership roles.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in a leadership role within the Early Childhood Education and Care Sector.
  • Please note: Graduate Diplomas will not be considered for an interview unless accompanied by significant experience in early childhood education and care (3 years +), or a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
  • Strong leadership experience, proven ability to lead teams and curriculum development.
  • A deep understanding of child development, particularly from birth to three years.
  • A commitment to reflective practice and continuous professional growth.
  • Commitment to obtaining a Current Working With Vulnerable People registration, First Aid, and Child Protection training.
  • This is a full-time role and applicants must be available to work between 7.30 am and 6.15 pm.

At Wattle Early Childhood Centre, we are a not-for-profit service committed to supporting our educators as much as we support our children and families. Through our Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA), you will enjoy:

  • Above-award wages, with a guaranteed minimum 3.5% annual increase.
  • Rostered Days Off (RDOs) to support work–life balance.
  • Paid Christmas shutdown period, giving you time to rest and recharge.
  • Extensive paid programming hours, plus paid Lead Educator and team meetings built into your role.
  • Opportunities for interstate training and professional development.
  • An annual staff retreat, designed to invest in both your wellbeing and professional growth.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and lead with passion, vision, and care, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining why you are the best fit for the role to

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