Early Childhood Lead Educator

The Glen Hotel Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Childcare fee discounts

Birthday leave

Resource budgets

Career progression

Beautiful learning environments

Training & development

Team culture & events

EAP wellbeing

Staff discounts

Job summary

Fit Kidz Vineyard in NSW is seeking an Early Childhood Lead Educator to oversee high-quality education and care, embed child safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement within your room and across the centre.

You will lead planning, implement and evaluate programs aligned with EYLF and NQS, mentor educators, build partnerships with families, maintain documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance while fostering sustainable, inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong commitment to child safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation and evaluation of a high-quality educational program aligned with EYLF and NQS.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and responsive environment prioritising child protection and wellbeing.
• Mentor, guide and support Educators within your room to build capability and consistency.
• Drive reflective practice and continuous improvement within the team and contribute to QIP goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with children and families, supporting agency and participation.
• Collaborate with leadership to support centre goals, staffing and culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Documentation management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Early Childhood Lead Educator @ Vineyard

Vineyard

551 Windsor Road, Vineyard, NSW, 2765, AUSTRALIA

At Fit Kidz, we believe in family, connection, and lifelong learning.

Our Vision:

We value people, and we want everyone to find their place in the world as their authentic self.

We live our values by our commitment to our team, our children, and their families, as well as celebrating our diverse community and welcoming everyone into it.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we play and learn, and we teach and implement sustainable practices and care for the environment.

As Educators, we commit to advocating for the importance of quality early education for all children, and to walking together in collaboration, growth, learning and fun.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Fit Kidz is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm and actively work to create and maintain a child-safe environment. All team members are expected to:

Uphold our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct

Maintain professional boundaries at all times

Actively support children’s rights, safety, and participation

Understand and meet mandatory reporting obligations

Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, with thorough screening processes in place.

About Us

Fit Kidz is a 100% Australian family-owned and operated organisation with 10 Early Learning Centres across: Box Hill, Dural, Glenwood, Putney, Rouse Hill, Turramurra, Vineyard, and Warrawee.

We are proud of our supportive culture and believe our centres are only as strong as the people within them.

About the Role

As a Lead Educator, you play a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality education and care, and embedding a strong culture of child safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement within your room and across the centre.

This role carries a high level of responsibility in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of every child.

You will:

Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality educational program aligned with the EYLF and NQS

Ensure a safe, nurturing, and responsive environment that prioritises child protection and wellbeing at all times

Mentor, guide, and support Educators within your room to build capability, consistency, and professional growth

Drive reflective practice and continuous improvement within your team, contributing to Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) goals

Maintain accurate documentation of children’s learning, development, and wellbeing

Build strong, respectful relationships with children, supporting their agency, voice, and participation

Develop and maintain meaningful partnerships with families, including regular communication about children’s progress

Ensure compliance with service policies, procedures, child safe standards, and regulatory requirements

Foster inclusive practices that support diversity, equity, and belonging for all children and families

Support and model sustainable practices and environmentally responsible behaviours

Collaborate with the leadership team to support centre goals, staffing, and positive team culture

About You

You will:

Hold a Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care

Have demonstrated experience in a Lead Educator or similar leadership role

Demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety, including upholding Child Safe Standards and reporting obligations

Maintain safe, respectful, and professional interactions with children at all times

Possess strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to support and guide team members

Have strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and regulatory requirements

Be highly organised with the ability to manage documentation, planning, and compliance requirements

Be an effective communicator with colleagues, children, and families

Hold (or be willing to obtain) a First Aid qualification

Hold a valid and verified Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Provide a minimum of two professional references

Why Join Fit Kidz?

• Above award pay
• Childcare fee discounts
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Generous resource budgets
• Career progression opportunities
• Beautiful learning environments
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Positive team culture and social events
• Employee Assistance Program (wellbeing support)
• Exclusive staff discounts and perks

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about supporting children’s safety, wellbeing, and development, and leading a team to deliver high-quality education and care, we would love to hear from you.