Lead And Assistant Educators

Become part of Sparrow Early Learning Ormeau Hills— where you're more than an educator, you're a magical spark lighting up little minds and bright futures
Nursery Lead Educator | part-time (Monday to Friday required)
Diploma Qualified Assistant Educators | part-time positions
We're on the lookout for an Early Learning star who:
Sparks joy and curiosity in every little learner they meet
Cheers on their fellow educators and help build a thriving community
Are ready for a career filled with purpose, play, and professional growth
As an
Assistant Educator
, you'll help shape vibrant, safe, and engaging learning environments where children feel welcomed and inspired. You'll build strong, supportive relationships with children, families, and your team, contributing to a positive and collaborative workplace. As a
Casual Relief Educator
, you'll step into a our Services to support vibrant, safe, and inspiring learning environments where children feel a sense of belonging. Working on call you'll build meaningful relationships with children, families, and our teams—bringing flexibility, positivity, and a collaborative spirit wherever you go.
Our
Lead Educators
take on a mentoring role, working closely with the Leadership Team and guiding Assistant Educators to deliver rich, meaningful programs that support every child's growth and development. You'll also be responsible for documenting children's learning, routines, and interests while ensuring daily practices meet all compliance requirements.
Our values – Inspire, Nurture, Grow – guide everything we do:
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Inspire
a love of learning through creativity and curiosity
Nurture
every child's wellbeing and potential through connection and care
Grow
confident learners and strong, supportive teams
At
Sparrow Early Learning Ormeau Hills
, we believe that the first five years of a child's life are a time of amazing learning and growth. The role of our centre is to work alongside families – taking the time to learn what makes your child special, understanding your child's cultural background, and listening to what you want from the early education and care experience. We're proud to be a trusted part of the Ormeau Hills community.
What you'll need:
Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care
Strong knowledge & understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Play-based Child-led pedagogy
Proven experience in being a room leader in a early childhood education setting
Current Working with Children Check
Excellent communication & leadership skills
Experience with Storypark is a bonus
First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
The Sparrow Benefits
Enjoy
competitive wages
plus the
ECEC Worker Retention Payment
Extra allowances for extra responsibilities
Priority childcare access & up to 95% discount
Awesome leave perks — including Birthday Leave
Access compassionate, confidential support anytime with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid traineeships: Learn while you earn
Generous rewards for employee referrals
Celebrate milestones with tenure rewards
Safe Sleep & Child Protection training on us
Career growth and mentorship opportunities
Access to online learning & professional development
Transfer opportunities within the Sparrow Nest
**T&C apply to all Sparrow benefits
When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued. At Sparrow, we are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
If you're passionate about making a difference in early education, we'd love to hear from you