Lead Educator

9 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Little Patch ELC Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Little Patch is a family owned and operated long-day-care centre/kindergarten located in the heart of beautiful St. Kilda East. Our 83 place centre is reknowned for it's state of the art design and boasts extensive natural and nature based rooms and playgrounds. As an exceeding rated Service, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality in care and education.

A rare opportunity has become available for an exceptional Lead Educator to join our established and highly experienced team, supporting our younger children's rooms.

In your Lead Educator capacity you will be responsible for developing and implementing high quality programs that are informed by the EYLF and VEYLDF.  You will deliver age-appropriate educational programs that foster a love of learning and are aligned with the Reggio Emilia Approach to Children's Learning.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate proven expeirence in leading either a Nursery or Toddler age room.

You will feel immediately welcome in our friendly environment and you will be supported by our dynamic and dedicated management team who are committed to delivering excellence in early education and care.

As a successful applicant you will have:

  • Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education
  • First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Training
  • Excellent Communication Skills (verbal and written)
  • Strong and proven Leadership Skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Learning Frameworks (EYLF/VEYLDF)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Quality Framework (NQS)
  • Storyparkexperience (preferred)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Child Safe Standards
  • Experience in the capacity of Responsible Person or Nominated Supervisor

Successful candidates will be rewarded with an impressive salary and other benefits that align with being part of a family-owned business.  A full induction and onboarding process will ensure you are fully informed, prepared and excited to join the Little Patch Team.

You can learn more about Little Patch ELC here

Please submit your application via Seek or email your resume to

The Approved Provider, Management, Employees, Volunteers and Contractors are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

Our collective pledge is that we have zero tolerance for child abuse and will relentlessly advocate for children's rights.

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