Amazing Lead Educator

Carina Heights Child Care & Development; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award wages

Onboarding room budget

Quarterly budgets for resources

Rostered non-contact programming time

Professional development support

Staff recognition and rewards

Generous childcare fee discounts

Uniforms provided

Off-street parking

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Carina Heights Child Care & Development (CHCCD) in Brisbane invites a warm, confident Lead Educator to join our Junior Room for 2-3 year olds. You’ll nurture curiosity, model kindness and design a play-based program within a 1:5 educator-to-child ratio.

We offer above-award wages, a generous onboarding budget, ongoing professional development and a collaborative team committed to meaningful relationships with families. Start date in early January 2027 with flexible transition options.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or approved equivalent) is required.
• Current Blue Card and National Police Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• Knowledge of EYLF and NQS is essential.
• Strong communication, teamwork and leadership abilities.
• Experience as a Lead Educator with 2–3 year olds is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, engaging learning environment for toddlers.
• Design and implement a play-based educational program.
• Support children’s developing independence and social skills.
• Build strong partnerships with families and children.
• Lead and collaborate with the Junior Room team.
• Foster a positive, respectful team environment and open communication.
• Encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration through planned experiences.
• Collaborate with CHCCD to ensure consistency and improvement.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Carina Heights Child Care & Development - Carina Heights QLD

Join Our Team at Carina Heights Child Care &Development!

Lead Educator - Junior Room (2-3 Years)

Are you a passionate, nurturing and enthusiastic early childhood educator who loves supporting toddlers as they discover their independence, develop friendships and explore the world around them?

Our privately owned, boutique early childhood service in Carina Heights is seeking a dedicated Lead Educator for our Junior Room (2-3 years).

At Carina Heights Child Care & Development (CHCCD), we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming and supportive environment where children, families and educators feel genuinely valued.

Why Choose CHCCD?

• Beautiful, thoughtfully designed learning environments

• A privately owned, family-operated service with strong community connections

• A passionate, experienced and supportive team of educators

• A collaborative workplace where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued

• A genuine commitment to meaningful relationships with children and families

• Education and care for children from 6 weeks to kindergarten, operating Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

A Workplace That Values You

At CHCCD, we believe our educators are the heart of our service.

We genuinely prioritise the wellbeing of our team, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace where educators feel supported, appreciated and encouraged to grow professionally.

We value open communication, mutual respect and teamwork, recognising that the best outcomes for children are achieved when educators work together, share their strengths and support one another.

We also understand the importance of work-life balance and providing our educators with the resources, professional autonomy and support they need to thrive.

Happy, supported educators create the best environments for children to flourish!

About the Role – Junior Room Lead Educator (2-3 Years)

Our Junior Room is a wonderful stage of early childhood, filled with curiosity, emerging independence, developing language, growing friendships and exciting milestones.

With a 1:5 educator-to-child ratio, our Junior Room provides opportunities to build meaningful relationships and support each child's individual learning and development.

As our Junior Room Lead Educator, you will:

• Create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment where toddlers feel secure, confident and valued

• Design and implement a meaningful, play-based educational program that reflects children's interests, abilities and developmental needs

• Support children's emerging independence, communication, emotional regulation and social development

• Build strong, respectful partnerships with children and families

• Lead and collaborate with your room team, encouraging shared ideas, reflection and contributions to the educational program

• Foster a positive team environment through clear communication, mutual respect and supportive leadership

• Encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration through thoughtfully planned experiences and environments

• Work collaboratively with the wider CHCCD team to support consistency and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an educator who is warm, confident, organised and passionate about providing high-quality early childhood education.

Our ideal candidate will bring a positive attitude, strong leadership skills and a collaborative approach, recognising the value of every educator's contribution.

Essential requirements:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or an approved equivalent qualification)

• Current Blue Card and National Police Check

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training

• Sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS)

• Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills

• A genuine understanding of toddler development, including social and emotional learning, responsive relationships and positive behaviour guidance

• A reflective, flexible and professional approach to working with colleagues and families

Previous experience as a Lead Educator, particularly with children aged 2-3 years, will be highly regarded.

Above all, we value educators who bring kindness, enthusiasm, professionalism and a genuine commitment to children and their learning.

What We Offer

We believe great educators deserve to feel valued, supported and rewarded.

At CHCCD, you'll enjoy:

• Above-award wages and additional programming pay

• A generous onboarding room budget to help you create a learning environment that reflects your educational philosophy

• Quarterly petty cash budget for additional room resources and experiences

• Rostered non-contact programming time

• Supportive assistant educators who work alongside you

• A management team that genuinely listens to and values your ideas

• Ongoing professional development, training and opportunities for career growth

• Staff recognition and reward programs

• Generous childcare fee discounts

• Uniforms provided

• Convenient off-street parking

• A welcoming, collaborative and supportive team culture

Start Date & Transition

The position will officially commence in our Junior Room (2-3 years) in early January 2027, with our preferred commencement date being mid-December 2026.

This allows the successful applicant to enjoy a generous induction and supported transition period, providing time to settle into our service, build relationships with children, families and colleagues, and become familiar with our routines and philosophy before officially stepping into the Lead Educator role.

We are flexible with commencement dates and can accommodate an earlier start from November 2026 for those who would appreciate an extended transition period, or a later start where necessary.

Our priority is finding the right person and ensuring they feel welcomed, confident and supported as they join our CHCCD team.

Come and Be Part of Something Special!

If you're looking for a workplace where your passion, creativity and professional contributions are genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.

At CHCCD, we're more than just a team of educators. We're a close-knit community dedicated to creating beautiful beginnings and meaningful early childhood experiences.

Position: Full-time Lead Educator – Junior Room (2-3 years), with flexible working arrangements available to support work-life balance.

Location: Carina Heights, Brisbane

Learn more about us: www.carinaheightschildcare.com.au

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children, families and each other!