Experienced Lead Educator (Diploma Qualified)

Bambini Early Learning Centre; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

60% off discounted childcare

Online learning & development programs

Above-award salary & wages

Additional Leave (Bambini Play Time)

Support Office team

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

Bambini Early Learning Centre in Hampton, VIC, is seeking an Experienced Lead Educator (Diploma Qualified) to lead a room, design play-based programs and support a dynamic team.

You will build strong relationships with children and families, ensure EYLF alignment and NQS compliance, and mentor co-educators.

This permanent full-time role offers dedicated professional development, flexible options, and a collaborative workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma in ECEC (ACECQA-approved) required.
• Lead/Room Leader experience in long day care.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training.
• Excellent communication and child wellbeing focus.
• Current Police Check.
• National Child Safety Training – Foundation & Advanced.
• Australian work rights required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver an engaging, play-based program aligned with EYLF.
• Observe, document and assess children's learning to inform planning and share progress with families.
• Lead, mentor and support your room team, modelling best practice every day.
• Build warm, respectful partnerships with families and communicate openly about development.
• Ensure the room meets NQS requirements and maintains a safe, healthy environment.
• Contribute to the centre's continuous improvement and positive team culture.

Skills

Leadership in ECEC

Play-based learning

Effective communication

EYLF/NQS knowledge

Children safety & wellbeing

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (ACECQA-approved)

Job description

Experienced Lead Educator (Diploma Qualified)

Bambini Early Learning Centre – Hampton VIC

We are seeking an Experienced Lead Educator (Diploma Qualified) to join our dynamic team at Bambini Early Learning located in Hampton. This permanent, full-time role is pivotal in shaping the educational experiences of our learners. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment, ensuring that our educational standards are met and exceeded.

If you're passionate about early learning, confident leading a room, and ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

As Lead Educator, you'll take ownership of your room's program and daily rhythm, building genuine relationships with children and families while leading and supporting your co-educators. Day to day, you will:

• Design and deliver an engaging, play-based program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Observe, document and assess children's learning to inform planning and share progress with families
• Lead, mentor and support your room team, modelling best practice every day
• Build warm, respectful partnerships with families and communicate openly about their child's development
• Ensure the room meets National Quality Standard (NQS) requirements and maintains a safe, healthy, welcoming environment
• Contribute to the centre's continuous improvement and positive team culture

About you

You're an experienced educator who leads with warmth and knows what great practice looks like. You'll bring:

• A Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved) as a minimum
• Demonstrated experience as a Lead or Room Leader in a long day care setting
• Strong working knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and relevant regulations
• A current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma training
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for children's learning and wellbeing
• Current Police Check
• National Child Safety Training – Foundation & Advanced Modules
• Australian work rights are required for this position

Why Bambini?

• Flexible work options – we promote work/life balance
• Discounted childcare (60% off)
• Online learning and development programs
• Above-award salary and wages for experienced staff
• Additional Leave (Bambini Play Time)
• Full support from an established Support Office team
• A fun, collaborative and supportive work culture

Bambini is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bambini is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.