Diploma Qualified Educator

5 days ago


Newtown, Queensland, Australia Toowoomba Operations pty ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Join Our Team of Passionate Childcare Educators

We are now recruiting for a Lead Educator to join the team.

  • The successful candidate must be Diploma qualified.
  • The successful candidates must be able to work all centre shifts (a range of shifts between the hours of 6:30am - 6:30pm).
  • Centre rostering is fair and opening/closing shifts are shared across the team, so this flexibility is essential.

About Us

We place a strong emphasis on children's rights and believe that children are capable and confident learners. We believe in developing a 'home away from home' for the children in our care and we are striving to be the centre of choice for families in the local area. Our interactions and relationships are positive, respectful and genuine. 

We foster the professional growth of our team, and our educators share and promote our vision for high quality education and care. All roles are supported by an experienced management team with a genuine interest in early childhood education and delivery of quality care and education.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Able to create a safe, fun and welcoming environment
  • Able to form genuine relationships with children, parents and team members
  • Fantastic communication skills and the ability to work as a team
  • Excellent time management and organisation skills
  • Good working knowledge of the EYLF & NQF
  • Previous experience in a Lead Educator role
  • Able to plan and implement a quality early learning program, document children's individual learning and critically reflect for continuous improvement

Essential Criteria

  • Minimum ACECQA approved Diploma or actively studying and nearing completion.
  • Current Blue Card
  • ACECQA approved First Aid & CPR certificates
  • Able to bring enthusiasm, flexibility, professionalism, motivation and reliability to the role.

What are the next steps?

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please submit your application through the SEEK website along with the following:
- A cover letter outlining the role you are applying for and your suitability
- Resume detailing your qualifications, experience and abilities
- Contact details for two professional referees – including your previous manager/supervisor



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