Lead Educator

Affinity Education Group; Creswick; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount starting day 1

Fully funded Diploma & Cert III in ECE

Scholarships for Bachelor's/Master's

Training & development opportunities

Career progression to senior roles

Gym discounts 30%

Wellbeing programs with TELUS Health /

Bupa insurance benefit

Job summary

Affinity Education Group is hiring Lead Educators for full-time roles at Aussie Kindies Creswick, with shifts from 6:30am to 6:30pm. The centre emphasises a warm, community-focused environment where children feel safe and valued, while leaders guide early learning in play and structured activities.

Applicants must hold a Diploma or ACECQA-equivalent degree, have WWCC, and current first aid training. Affinity supports professional development and career growth within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree.
• Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) current or willing to obtain.
• First aid certificate including asthma and anaphylaxis training, or willing to obtain.

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Bachelor’s degree or ACECQA equivalent

Job description

We are looking for dedicated Lead Educators, offering Full-Time positions with shifts from 6:30am to 6:30 pm.

Affinity is a Child Safe Organisation, and child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and valued.

Affinity Advantages

• Enjoy a 50% discount on childcare fees starting from day one.
• Access fully funded Diploma and Certificate III courses in Early Childhood Education and Care through our Affinity Learning Academy.
• Apply for scholarships for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education.
• Take advantage of extensive training and development opportunities, with 50% of promotions coming from within.
• Advance your career towards a role in senior educational roles or operational management.
• Receive a 30% discount on a 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
• Benefit from wellbeing initiatives with partners like TELUS Health, Bupa insurance benefit, and discounts at over 100 retailers.

About the Centre:

At Aussie Kindies Creswick, we pride ourselves on our warm, community-focused environment where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn. Our experienced educators take the time to get to know each child and family, creating a strong sense of belonging from the very first day.

Children enjoy a balanced daily routine filled with play, discovery and hands-on learning. Our natural outdoor environments encourage curiosity and imagination, while our indoor learning spaces support early literacy, creativity and social development.

About you:

• Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA approved equivalent Bachelor’s degree
• A current Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain
• Current first aid certificate (including asthma and anaphylactic training) or willing to obtain
• A strong commitment to fostering the growth and development of young minds

Why work for Affinity?

Join our values-driven organisation, where incredible people make a genuine difference. Our mission is to inspire and nurture individuals to reach their full potential. It isn’t just about what we do for children, it’s about what we do for our team, too. Affinity allows our people to shine – so we can deliver the best in early education!

Our educators and teachers are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum which is Australia’s most advanced approach to early education for children from birth to age five. It is based on the belief that learning and development occurs most successfully when supported by nurturing and engaged educators, in partnership with families and communities. This curriculum draws on the best models of early education, contemporary research and evidence informed practices such as Circle of Security, Abecedarian, and Project Based learning.

Our Safety Commitment

At Affinity, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to upholding the safety, rights and wellbeing of all children and promote a culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm. Our Safety Commitment also prioritises the safety, rights, and wellbeing of our employees and their families.

We are a 2024 Circle back Initiative Employer. We are committed to responding to every applicant.