Lead Educator

Guardian Early Learning Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Childcare & Education is seeking an Educational Leader to drive excellence in a brand‑new centre in Australia. You will lead programming, inspire teams, and shape teaching quality across the Guardian network through targeted program development and leadership initiatives.

You will thrive within our Thrive leadership framework, receive coaching, and have clear career pathways. Expect above‑award pay, valued perks, and a supportive culture that prioritises wellbeing and professional

Qualifications

• Completion of the national mandatory Child Protection training via the GECCKO platform.
• Tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education (ACEQCA approved).
• Current Teacher Accreditation/Registration (NSW, SA, VIC & WA).
• Proven knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF).
• Previous experience in the early years sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Experience Thrive, our leadership framework designed to empower every team member in the centre.
• Drive your growth with coaching, mentoring, and clear career pathways.
• Lead programming in a world‑class centre and influence resource decisions.
• Shape and strengthen teaching quality across the Guardian network through program development and leadership.
• You’ll be valued with above‑award pay, amazing perks, and a culture of rewards and recognition.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Curriculum design

Program development

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

Teacher accreditation/registration

Job description

Influence change within a supportive Centre Leadership Team that values your contributions.

Take on a leadership role where your passion meets purpose!

As an Educational Leader at Guardian Childcare & Education location, you'll be an innovator, a champion of professional growth, and a leader of best practice. Shape the future, inspire excellence, and make a meaningful impact every day

Our Centre is rating Exceeding and / or are proud to be 2025 Family Choice Award Winners and /or 2025 Local Business Award finalists

Here’s what we’ve got on offer:

• Watch children and your team shine through our personalised To BE Me curriculum
• Inspire your team to create and deliver high-quality learning programs
• Enhance learning journeys through assessments that recognise each child's unique growth and development.
• Drive excellence by establishing goals for teaching and leading the way with best early education practices.
• Lead the charge in quality improvement by actively contributing to your centre's development through the Quality Improvement Plan.

As an Educational Leader with us, you’ll:

• Experience Thrive, our unique leadership framework designed to empower every team member in the centre.
• Drive your growth with coaching, mentoring, and clear career pathways.
• Lead programming in a world-class centre and influence resource decisions.
• Shape and strengthen teaching quality across the Guardian network through program development and leadership.
• You’ll feel valued with above-award pay, amazing perks, and a culture of rewards and recognition

The Centre:

Guardian Tarneit Grand Central is a brand-new centre with best in class indoor and outdoor spaces, state of the art resources and an experienced team.

Here’s what you’ll bring:

• Completion of the national mandatory Child Protection training via the GECCKO platform
• Tertiary Qualifications (University Degree or equivalent) in Early Childhood Education as approved by ACECQA.
• Current Teacher's Accreditation/ Registration (NSW, SA, VIC & WA)
• Proven knowledge of the National Quality Framework
• Previous experience working in the early years sector (desirable)
• Valid Working with Children's Check or state-specific equivalent

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. *for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.