Diploma Lead Educator

2 days ago

Erskine Park, New South Wales, Australia Little Zak's Academy Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Early Childhood Lead Educator – Erskine Park

Join a supportive, family-run centre with career growth opportunities

At Little Zak's Academy, we're a privately owned and family-run organisation passionate about providing high-quality early childhood care and education. Our centres are welcoming, nurturing, and safe environments where children can thrive—and our dedicated team of educators is at the heart of everything we do.

We are currently seeking an experienced Early Childhood Lead Educator to join our established team in Erskine Park.

About the Role

As a Lead Educator, you will:

  • Lead engaging programs that align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS).
  • Design and evaluate stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environments.
  • Record meaningful observations and track children's development.
  • Mentor and support fellow educators, ensuring practices reflect EYLF principles.
  • Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Diploma or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
  • Current Working with Children Check.
  • Approved First Aid, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications.
  • Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Solid computer literacy and administrative skills.

Benefits at Little Zak's We know our educators are our biggest strength, and we reward that with:

  • Up to 50% childcare discounts for your own children.
  • Extra leave benefits – a paid birthday day off and an additional wellbeing day.
  • $1,000 referral bonuses for every successful hire you recommend.
  • Professional growth through our Future Leaders Program, study allowances (including ECT degrees), and ongoing mentoring.
  • Flexible rotating rosters for a healthy work-life balance.
  • Travel allowances (T&Cs apply).
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
  • A supportive leadership team and well-established Support Office backing you every step of the way.

Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment:

Little Zak's is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.

By applying for a role with Little Zak's, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.

Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, click 'APPLY NOW' or call our Recruitment Team on to learn more.

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